FROM   THE  LIBRARY  OF 
REV.    LOUIS    FITZGERALD    BENSON,   D.  D. 

BEQUEATHED    BY   HIM   TO 

THE   LIBRARY   OF 

PRINCETON  THEOLOGICAL   SEMINARY 


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CHURCH  HYMN  BOOK: 


COMPRISING 


A  CHOICE  COLLECTION  OF  HYMNS, 

ORIGINAL  AND  SELECTED, 


FOR 


\  THE  USE  OF  PUBLIC  WORSHIP, 


VARIOUS  OTHER  OCCASIONS. 


\     COMPILED  BY  JOHN  WINEBRENNER,  V.  D.  M. 


\        "0  come,  and  let  us  sing  to  the  Lord." — Ps.  95  :  1. 


IIARRISBURG,  PA., 

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',  PUBLISHED  BY  AUTHORITY  OF  THE  GENERAL  ELDERSHIP 

OF  THE  CHURCH  OF  GOD. 

1860. 


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\  Entered  according  to  Act  of  Congress,  in  the  year  1859, 
j     By  John  S.  Gable,  Joseph  Ross  and  George  Ross, 

Board  of  Publication,  in  trust,  for  the 
>       "  General  Eldership  of  the  Church  of  God," 
-    In  the  Clerk's  Office  of  the  Eastern  Dist.  Court  of  Pa. 

stereotyped  by 

\     JOHN  F.  WEISHAM-PEL,  JR.,  PUBLISHER  AND  BOOKSELLER, 
BALTIMORE,  1ID. 


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PEEFACE. 


A  BOOK  of  Psalms,  Hymns  and  Spiritual  Songs, 
for  the  service  of  the  Church,  is  second  only  to  the 
Bible,  in  point  of  importance  and  spiritual  interests. 
The  want  of  such  a  book,  adapted  in  all  respects,  to 
the  use  of  private,  social  and  public  worship,  has 
long  been  felt  and  desired  by  the  Church  of  God. 

The  General  Eldership,  eleven  years  ago,  appoint- 
ed a  Committee  of  seven  brethren,  to  compile  a  Hymn 
Book  for  congregational  use,  and  to  have  it  published 
in  a  large  18mo.  form.  But  the  members  of  that 
Committee  living  at  a  great  distance  from  each  other, 
in  the  East  and  West,  found  it  inconvenient  to  hold 
a  meeting,  and  form  a  plan  for  the  accomplishment 
of  the  work  assigned  them.  Hence,  nothing  was  ef- 
fected ;  and  the  next  Triennial  Meeting  appointed  an- 
other Committee,  for  the  same  purpose — all  members 
of  the  East  Pennsylvania  Eldership; — but  none  of 
them  seemed  to  have  time  and  inclination  to  under- 
take the  task  of  compiling  the  work.  At  the  succeed- 
ing Triennial  Meeting,  the  Eldership  appointed  the 
compiler  and  editor  of  this  volume,  to  assume  the 
task ;  but  made  no  provision  to  meet  the  expenses  of 
compiling  and  publishing  the  work.  Therefore,  the 
action  of  the  Eldership  remained  a  dead  letter,  and 
the  project  resulted  as  before.  The  Eldership,  at  its 
Session  in  May,  1857,  provided  a  plan  for  both  its 
compilation  and  publication,  which  proved  success- 
ful, and  has  been  faithfully  carried  out. 


PREFACE. 


In  presenting  this  new  Hymn  Book  to  the  Church 
and  the  public,  the  compiler  feels  it  his  duty,  thank- 
fully to  acknowledge  the  many  valuable  contribu- 
tions to  the  work,  from  kind  friends  and  brethren, 
at  home  and  abroad. 

A  choice  variety  of  the  best  hymns  in  the  English 
language,  and  a  large  number  of  new  and  beautiful 
spiritual  songs,  will  be  found  in  this  book,  which  are 
not  embodied  in  any  of  the  standard  hymn  books 
now  in  use. 

Essential  improvements  will  also  be  found  in  some 
of  the  old  hymns,  where  it  was  necessary  to  improve 
the  diction  and  doctrine,  so  as  to  make  the  sentiment 
harmonize  with  the  teachings  of  the  Holy  Scriptures. 
Sound  theology,  as  well  as  good  lyrical  poetry,  are 
essential  to  good  singing.  No  one  can  sing  with  the 
spirit  and  understanding,  where  the  metre,  composi- 
tion and  doctrine  are  all  defective. 

We  do  not  claim  entire  perfection  for  ' '  The  Church 
Hymn  Book  ;"  but  we  do  claim  for  it,  a  high  degree 
of  literary  merit  and  poetic  excellence — improve- 
ment in  metrical  accuracy — in  the  classification  of 
the  hymns — in  a  copious  variety,  and  due  apportion- 
ment of  hymns  to  subjects — in  orthodoxy,  or  sound- 
ness of  doctrine — and  in  typography,  and  general 
neatness  of  workmanship.  Changes  and  improve- 
ments, therefore,  it  is  hoped,  may  not  be  necessary, 
for  many  years  to  come.  And  for  the  sake  of  uni- 
formity, the  brethren  will  do  well  to  make  themselves 
acquainted  with  the  hymns  as  they  are  now  found 
revised  and  improved  in  this  book. 

It  has  been  a  prominent  aim  of  the  compiler  to  pre- 
pare a  good  and  useful  book,  which,  besides  being 

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PREFACE. 


appropriate  to  ordinary  and  regular  church  services, 
would  also  be  suitable  and  well  adapted  to  various 
other  seasons  and  occasions. 

Special  attention  has  been  given  to  the  classification 
of  the  hymns.  In  most  of  the  hymn  books,  in  com- 
mon use,  this  subject,  from  some  unknown  cause,  has 
not  received  that  careful  attention,  which  its  import- 
ance demands. 

Besides  the  usual  Table  of  Contents,  and  Index  of 
First  Lines,  this  compilation  has  also  a  Metrical  In- 
dex, an  Index  of  particular  Subjects,  and  an  Index 
of  Scripture  Texts.  These  Indexes  will  all  be  found 
of  great  importance,  and  particularly  to  the  ministry. 

The  compiler  would  emphatically  say,  and  earnest- 
ly recommend  to  the  ministers,  and  leaders  of  the 
singing  in  the  churches,  to  make  themselves  familiar 
with  the  Metrical  Index.  Those  who  do  so,  will  soon 
discover  a  material  advantage  and  benefit. 

He  would  also  suggest  to  the  brethren  in  the  min- 
istry, not  to  line  the  hymns,  in  time  of  singing,  ex- 
cept where  the  people  are  not  supplied  with  books; 
and  then  to  be  sure  to  avoid  the  unmeaning  practice 
of  lining  but  half  the  stanza. 

The  compiler  most  respectfully  dedicates  this  book 
to  the  Church  of  God  ;  and  prays  that  it  may  be 
made  a  blessing  to  his  brethren  of  the  churches,  and 
to  the  world  at  large. 

JOHN  WINEBRENXER. 

Baltimore,  Md..  July  4,  1359. 


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U  6  ADDRESS. 


ADDRESS   TO  THE  BRETHREN  AND  FRIENDS 
OF  THE  CHURCH  OF  GOD. 


The  undersigned,  the  Hymn  Book  Committee,  by 
appointment  of  the  General  Eldership  of  the 
Church  op  God,  (at  its  late  Triennial  Meeting,  in 
Harrisburg,  Pa.,)  take  pleasure  in  announcing  that 
the  work  assigned  them,  revised  and  approved  by  a 
Committee  of  Revision,  has  been  accomplished,  and 
they  hope,  in  a  manner  that  will  fully  supply  the 
wants,  and  meet  the  highest  expectations  of  the 
Churches. 

Committing .  their  labors  into  the  hands  of  Him 
whose  glory  they  have  endeavored  to  keep  in  view) 
with  the  hope  that  He  may  accept  the  praises  and 
prayers  addressed  to  Him  ;  and  that  the  songs  of 
their  brethren  may  be  more  animated,  and  fuller  of 
the  u spirit  and  the  understanding,"  they  respect- 
fully submit  this  volume  to  the  Churches. 

JOHN  S.  GABLE, 
JOSEPH  ROSS, 
GEORGE  ROSS, 
Committee  of  Publication. 
Middletown,  Pa.,  July  6,  1859. 


TABLE  OF  CONTENTS, 

AND 

CLASSIFICATION  OF  THE  HYMNS. 


FIGURES 

Existence  of  God,    - 
Attributes  of  God, 
Trinity,  - 
Creation,         - 
Providence,     - 

Fall  and  Deprayity  of  Man,  - 
The  Holy  Scriptures,     - 
Types,  Prophecies,  Promises,  - 
John's  Ministry,     - 
Redemption  through  Christ, 

Ills  Incarnation,    - 

His  Names  and  Characters,   - 

His  Offices,    - 

His  Life  and  Example, 

His  Sufferings,      - 

Gethsemane,  - 

His  Crucifixion  and  Death,   - 

His  Atonement,      - 

His  Burial,  - 

His  Resurrection,  -        -        - 

His  Ascension,       - 

His  Coronation,    - 

His  Intercession,  - 

J3Ys  Reign,    - 
The  Holy  Spirit,    - 
The  Gospel,     -  .     - 


refer  to  hymns. 
1—  6 
7—  33   i 

-  34—  37 

-  38—  46 

-  47—  60 

-  61—  68 

-  69—  80 

-  81—  87 

-  88—  89 
.  90—105 

-  206—115 

-  116—133 
.  134—141 

-  142—148 
.  149—158 

-  159—163 
.  164—175 

-  176—182 

-  183 

-  184—192 

-  193—195 

-  196—198 

-  199—201 

-  202—211 
.  212 224 

-  225—236 

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TABLE   OF   CONTENTS. 


Exhortation,           -  237 — 246 

Awakening, 247 — 259 

Penitential,  -        -        -     .  -        -  260—273 

Invitation, 274 — 298 

Repentance, 299—306 

Prayer  for  Mercy,          -        -        -  307—329 

Faith  and  Submission,    -  330 — 345 

Justification,          -  346 — 352 

Conversion, 353—359 

regeneration,         -  360 367 

Adoption, 368—373 

Assurance, 374 — 378 

Converts, 379 — 405 

Religion,         -  406—413 

The  Church, 414—426 

Joining  the  Church,       -  427 — 434 

Christian  Ministry,       -  435 — 449 

The  Sabbath,           -  450—461 

Public  Worship,     -  463 — 478 

Praise  of  God,         -        -        -  479 — 493 

Praise  of  Christ,    -  494 — 510 

Before  Sermon,       -     .  -  511 — 518 

After  Sermon,         -■*■.--  519 — 524 

Alms-Deeds  and  Collections,          -  525 — 531 

Baptism, 532 — 545 

Feet-Washing,        -  546—549 

Lord's  Supper,         -  550 — 564 

The  Christian,        -  565 — 571 

Christian  Experience,  -  572 — 581 

Christian  Graces,           -        -        -  582 — 597 

Christian  Duties,            ...  598 — 613 

Christian  Sufferings,    -  614 — 632 


TABLE   OF 


CONTEXTS. 

9S[ 

Christian  Kace, 

_ 

633—658  : 

Christian  Warfare, 

- 

659—667 

Christian  Privlleges, 

- 

668—677 

Christian  Perfection, 

- 

678—691 

J  Christian  Union,    - 

- 

692—702 

:  Prayer  and  Watching, 

. 

703—708 

Private  Devotion, 

. 

709—715  j 

i  Family  Worship,     - 

. 

716—739 

Morning  Hymns,  - 

. 

716—727  i 

Evening  Hymns,    - 

- 

728—739  ji 

Prayer  Meetings,   - 

- 

740—767  : 

Morning  Prayer  Meeting, 

768—770 

Noon-day  Prayer  Meeting,     - 

771— 775  ; 

Experience  Meetings, 

. 

776—788  : 

Missionary  Meeting, 

. 

789—800  ! 

Monthly  Concert, 

- 

801—822  i 

i  Spiritual  Declension, 

- 

823—831 

)  Revival  Hymns, 

- 

832—839 

Prayer  for  a  Revival, 

- 

840—852 

{  Rejoicing  in  a  Revival 

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853—862 

1  Anxious  Meeting,  - 

- 

863—869 

:  Doubting, 

. 

870—875 

Backsliding, 

- 

876—883 

Fast-day, 

- 

884—890  ! 

;  Thanksgiving  Day, 

- 

891—895  ji 

1  Harvest  Hymns, 

. 

896—900 

Camp  Meeting  Hymns, 

. 

901—903 

Table  Hymns, 

. 

904—907  : 

Travelers'  Hymns, 

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908—910 

Seamen's  Hymns,     - 

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911—919 

Birth  Day  Hymns, 

LI— 

920—921 
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PlO                  TABLE    OF   CONTENTS 
\ 

©j 

Wedding  Hymns, 

- 

- 

-    922—925 

\  Parental  Hymns,    - 

- 

- 

-    92G— 932 

Educational  Hymns, 

- 

- 

-    933—936 

Sabbath  School  Hymns 

- 

.    937— 9G3 

|  Bible  Class  and  Youth 

, 

- 

.    964—982  ; 

\  Anti-Slayery  Hymns, 

- 

- 

-    983—990 

I  Temperance  Hymns, 

- 

- 

.    991—999 

|  National  Hymns,     - 

- 

- 

1000—1008  1 

\  Eldership  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1009—1019  i 

\  Corner-stone  Laying, 

- 

- 

1020—1023  : 

Dedication  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1024—1031 

>  New  Year  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1032—1038 

The  Seasons, 

- 

- 

1039—1045  | 

Old  Age, 

- 

- 

1046—1049  i 

i  Time,         ... 

- 

- 

1050—1056  ] 

\  Sick-bed  Devotions, 

- 

- 

1057—1066  ] 

J  Sickness  and  Death, 

- 

- 

1067—1090  1 

\  Immortality  and  Etern 

ITT 

1091—1099  | 

|  Funeral  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1100—1122 

\  Burial  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1123—1133 

\  Advent  Hymns, 

- 

- 

1134—1138 

First  Resurrection, 

- 

- 

1139—1141 

|  Millennium, 

- 

- 

1142—1150 

General  Resurrection, 

- 

- 

1151—1157  i 

Judgment, 

- 

- 

1158—1170 

Hell, 

- 

- 

1171—1174  1 

Heaven, 

- 

- 

1175—1206 

j  Miscellaneous, 

- 

- 

1207—1227 

j  Parting  and  Dismission, 

1228—1250 

I  Doxologies,     -          [pag 

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r92 — 7 

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METRICAL  INDEX. 


Metre  signifies  measure,  as  applied  to  musical  verse. 
The  various  metres  are  designated  by  letters  and  fig- 
ures, as  follows  : 

NO.  OF  SYLLABLES 
IN  EACH  LINE. 

)  S.  M.      denotes    Short  Metre,         containing       6,6,8,6 

C.  M.  "     Common  Metre,  "  8,6,8,6 

L.  M.  "    Long  Metre,  "  8,8,8,8 

|  S.  P.  M.        "     Short  Peculiar  Metre,     "        6,6,8,6,6,8 

As,  "To  God,  the  Father,  Son,"  (Doxology  1th.) 

C.  P.  M.        "     Common  Peculiar  Metre,        8,8,6,8,8,6 

As,  "Come  on,  my  partners  in  distress." 

\  L.  P.  M.        "     Long  Peculiar  Metre,      "        8,8,8,8,8,8 

As,  "I'll  praise  my  Maker  while  Pve  breath." 
;H.  M.  "    Hallelujah  Metre,  "        6,6,6,6,8,8 

As,  "Blow  ye  the  trumpet,  blow." 
!  S.  H.  M.       "    Short  Hallelujah  Metre,  "        6,6,8,6,8,8 

As,  "Friend  after  friend  departs." 
j  C.  H.  M.       "     Common  Hallelujah  M.,  "        8,6,8,6,8,8 

As,  "Go,  watch  and  pray  ;  thou  canst  not  tell." 
|  M.  7s.  "     Metre  Sevens,  "  7,7,7,7  j 

As,  "Children  of  the  heavenly  King." 
;  P.  M.  8s.      "      Same  as  L.M.,but  peculiar  in  accent, 

As,  "How  tedious  and  tasteless  the  hours." 
!  M.  6  lines  8s.     Same  as  L. P.M.,  but  different  in  accent, 

As,  "Come,  0  thou  Traveler  unknown." 
j  L.  M.  D.        Long  Metre,  double,  8,8,8,8,8,8,8,8 

As,  "There  seems  a  voice  in  every  gale." 
j  M.  8s  &  7s.    "    A  measure  of  8,7,8,7 

As,  "Come,  thou  Fount  of  every  blessing." 
M.  8s,  7s  &  4.     A  measure  of  8,7,8,7,4,7 

As,  "Come,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  needy." 

f  M.  7s,  &6s,or,    A  measure  of  7,6,7,6,7,6,7,6 

[  Reg'lr  Iambic,As,"From  Greenland's  icy  mountains." 

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METRICAL   INDEX. 

NO.  OF  SYLLABLES 
IN  EACH  LINE. 

fM.  7s    6s,  or    A  measure  of  the  same,     7,6,7,6,7,6,7,6 

[irreg.  Iamb.  As, "Drooping  souls,  no  longer  grieve." 

M.  6s  &  4s.        A  measure  of  6,6,4,6,6,4 

As,  "My  country,  'tis  of  thee." 

M.  10s.        "    A  measure  of  10,10,10,10 

As,  "Joyfully,  joyfully,  onward  I  move." 

M.  10s  &  lis.    A  measure  of  10,11,10,11 

As,  "O,  tell  me  no  more  of  this  world's  vain  store." 

M.  lis  &  10s.      A  measure  of  11,10,11,10 

As,  "Brightest  and  best  of  the  sons  of  the  morning." 

M.  lis.  "      A  measure  of  11,11,11,11 ! 

As,  "I  would  not  live  alway."  &c. 

M.  12s.         "  A  measure  of  12,12,12,12 

As,  "The  voice  of  free  grace,"  &c. 

P.  M.  "    Peculiar  Metre,and  is  irregular  in  meas-  > 

ure,  as,  "Saw  ye  my  Saviour,"  containing'  5,5,7,7,7,9  J 
or,"Come,  let  us  anew,"  Ac,  "        10,5,11,12,6,12  \ 

or,  "O  come,  come  away,"  "  12,8,5,8,8,6,4 

or,  "O  how  happy  are  they,"&c.     "  6,6,9,6,6,9 

or,  "How  precious  is  the  name,"  "  6,6,6,3,6,6,6,6,6,3 
or,  "Beyond  where  Kedron's  waters,"  8,8,6,8,8 

or,  "Hail,  mighty  and  victorious  Lord,"  8,8,8,8,8,4 
or,  "Behold,  behold  the  Lamb  of  God,"8,6,8,6,8,8,8,6 
or,  "By  faith  I  view  my  Saviour  dying,"9,6, 9,6,8,8,8,6 
or,  "I've  sought  round  this  verdant,"&c.8,5,8,5,6,7,6,4 
or,  "The  Son  of  man  they  did  betray,"  8,8,8,6,8,8,8,8,6 


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EXISTENCE  OF  GOD. 


There  is  a  God.  CM. 

Dexy  it  not !    There  is  a  God — 
There  is  a  Holy  One ; 
The  stars  proclaim  it  all  abroad, 
The  planets,  and  the  sun. 

His  voice  is  heard  in  every  clime, 

Wherever  man  has  trod, 
x\nd  all  his  works  proclaim  and  chime — 

"  There  is — there  is  a  God." 

The  whispering  zephyr,  and  the  winds 

That  howling  tempests  send, 
And  now'rs  that  bloom,  and  birds  that  sing, 

The  glorious  faith  defend. 

The  brook,  that  ripples  on  its  way, 

And  cascade  roaring  loud, 
In  unison  with  conscience  say — 

"  There  is — there  is  a  God." 


Existence  of  God  seen  in  Nature.    L.  M. 

TnERE  is  a  God — all  nature  speaks, 
Through  earth,  and  air,  and  sea,  and  skies ; 
See,  from  the  clouds  his  glory  breaks, 
When  earliest  beams  of  morning  rise. 

2  The  rising  sun,  serenely  bright, 

Throughout  the  world's  extended  frame, 
Inscribes  in  characters  of  light 
His  mighty  Maker's  glorious  name. 


!  10  EXISTENCE  OF  GOD. 

3  Ye  curious  minds,  who  roam  abroad, 
And  trace  creation's  wonders  o'er, 
Confess  the  footsteps  of  your  God ; 
Bow  down  before  him,  and  adore. 

0  Being  and  Maker  of  the  Universe.     CM. 

There  is  a  God  who  rules  on  high, 
In  realms  of  endless  light, 
Whose  wisdom  is  unsearchable; 
Omnipotent  his  might. 

2  By  him  the  universe  was  made, 

With  all  its  varied  store  ; 
He  was,  and  is,  and  is  to  come, 
He  lives  for  evermore. 

3  All  that  he  made,  he  still  upholds, 

By  his  Almighty  power ; 
In  him  we  live,  and  move,  and  breathe, 
Each  moment,  and  each  hour. 

4  While  saints  in  heaven  rehearse  his  praise, 

And  sing  his  matchless  name, 
Let  saints  on  earth  his  goodness  show, 
And  spread  abroad  his  fame. 

4  Is  there  a  God?  CM. 

Is  there  a  God  ?     Yon  rising  sun 
In  answer  meet  replies, 
Writes  it  in  flame  upon  the  earth, 
Proclaims  it  round  the  skies. 

2  Is  there  a  God  ?     Hark !  from  on  high 

His  thunder  shakes  the  poles ; 
I  hear  his  voice  in  every  wind, 
In  every  wave  that  rolls. 

3  Is  there  a  God  ?     With  sacred  fear 

I  upward  turn  my  eyes ; 
"There  is,"  each  glittering  lamp  of  light; 
"There  is,"  my  soul  replies. 


EXISTENCE    OF    GOD. 


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4  If  such  convictions  to  my  mind 
His  works  aloud  impart, 
0  let  the  wisdom  of  his  word 
Inscribe  them  on  ray  heart ! 

Nature  proves  the  Being  of  God.     L.  M. 

The  spacious  firmament  on  high, 
With  all  the  blue  etherial  sky, 
And  spangled  heavens,  a  shining  frame, 
Their  great  Original  proclaim. 

2  The  unwearied  sun,  from  day  to  day, 
Does  his  Creator's  power  display ; 
And  publishes  to  every  land, 

The  work  of  an  Almighty  hand. 

3  Soon  as  the  evening  shades  prevail, 
The  moon  takes  up  the  wondrous  tale, 
And  nightly,  to  the  listening  earth, 
Repeats  the  story  of  her  birth ; 

4  "Whilst  all  the  stars  that  round  her  burn, 
And  all  the  planets,  in  their  turn, 
Confirm  the  tidings  as  they  roll, 

And  spread  the  truth  from  pole  to  pole. 

5  What  though  in  solemn  silence  all 
Move  round  this  dark,  terrestrial  ball ; 
What  though  no  real  voice  nor  sound 
Amid  their  radiant  orbs  be  found : 

6  In  reason's  ear  they  all  rejoice, 
And  utter  forth  a  glorious  voice ; 
Forever  singing,  as  they  shine, 

•  The  hand  that  made  us  is  divine." 


Being  of  God.  L.  M. 

Eternal  God !     Almighty  cause 
Of  earth  and  seas,  and  worlds  unknown ; 
All  things  are  subject  to  thy  laws; 
All  things  depend  on  thee  alone. 


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12  ATTRIBUTES   OF   GOD. 

2  Thy  glorious  Being  singly  stands, 
Of  all  within  itself  possest ; 
Controlled  by  none  are  thy  commands ; 
Thou  from  thyself  alone  art  blest. 

3  To  thee  alone  ourselves  we  owe ; 
Let  heav'n  and  earth  due  homage  pay : 
All  other  gods  we  disavow, 
Deny  their  claims,  renounce  their  sway. 

4  Spread  thy  great  name  through  heathen  lands ;  j 
Their  idol-deities  dethrone : 
Reduce  the  world  to  thy  command, 
And  reign,  as  thou  art,  God  alone. 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD. 

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Divine  Attributes.       H.M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns, 
His  throne  is  built  on  high ; 
The  garments  he  assumes 
Are  light  and  majesty. 
His  glories  shine  with  beams  so  bright, 
Xo  mortal  eye  can  bear  the  sight. 

2       The  thunders  of  his  hand 

Keep  the  wide  world  in  awe ; 
His  wrath  and  justice  stand 
To  guard  his  holy  law; 
And  where  his  love  resolves  to  bless, 
His  truth  confirms  and  seals  the  grace. 

5       Through  all  his  ancient  works, 
Surprising  wisdom  shines ; 
Confounds  the  powers  of  hell, 
And  breaks  their  curst  designs. 
Strong  is  his  arm,  and  shall  fulfil 
His  great  decrees,  his  sovereign  will. 


ATTRIBUTES   OF    GOD. 


And  can  this  mighty  King 

Of  glory  condescend  ? 
And  will  he  write  his  name, 
My  Father  and  my  Friend  ? 
I  love  his  name,  I  love  his  word ; 
Join  all  my  powers  to  praise  the  Lord. 


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God's  Eternity.  C.  M. 

Thou  didst,  0  mighty  God,  exist 
Ere  time  began  its  race ; 
Before  the  ample  elements 
Filled  up  the  void  of  space ; — 

Before  the  ponderous  earthly  globe 

In  fluid  air  was  stayed ; 
Before  the  ocean's  mighty  springs 

Their  liquid  stores  displayed. 

And  when  the  pillars  of  the  world 

With  sudden  ruin  break, 
And  all  this  vast  and  goodly  frame 

Sinks  in  the  mighty  wreck ; 

When  from  her  orb  the  moon  shall  start, 

Th'  astonished  sun  roll  back, 
While  all  the  trembling  starry  lamps 

Their  ancient  course  forsake  ; — 

Forever  permanent  and  fixed, 

From  agitation  free, 
Unchanged  in  everlasting  years, 

Shall  thy  existence  be. 


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Eternity  of  God. 


0.  M. 


Rise,  rise,  my  soul,  and  leave  the  ground ; 
Stretch  all  thy  thoughts  abroad ; 
And  raise  up  every  tuneful  sound, 
To  praise  th'  eternal  God! 
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14  ATTRIBUTES    OF    GOD. 

2  Long  ere  the  lofty  skies  were  spread, 

Jehovah  filled  his  throne, 
Or  Adam  formed,  or  angels  made, 
Jehovah  lived  alone. 

3  His  boundless  years  can  ne'er  decrease, 

But  still  maintain  their  prime ; 
Eternity's  his  dwelling-place, 
And  ever  is  his  time. 

4  While  like  a  tide  our  minutes  flow, 

The  present  and  the  past, 

He  fills  his  own  immortal  now, 

And  sees  our  ages  waste. 

5  The  sea  and  sky  must  perish  too, 

And  vast  destruction  come ; 
The  creatures — look,  how  old  they  grow, 
And  wait  their  fiery  doom ! 

6  "Well,  let  the  sea  shrink  all  away, 

And  flame  melt  down  the  skies ; 
My  God  shall  live  an  endless  day, 
When  old  creation  dies. 


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God  Unchangeable.  L.  M. 

All-powerful,  self-existent  God, 
Who  all  creation  dost  sustain ! 
Thou  wast,  and  art,  and  art  to  come, 
And  everlasting  is  thy  reign. 

2  Fixed  and  eternal  as  thy  days, 
Each  glorious  attribute  divine, 
Through  ages  infinite,  shall  still 
With  undiminished  lustre  shine. 

3  Fountain  of  being !  Source  of  good ! 
Immutable  dost  thou  remain ; 

Nor  can  the  shadow  of  a  change 
Obscure  the  glories  of  thy  reign. 


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4  Nature  her  order  may  reverse, 
Kevolving  seasons  cease  their  round ; 
Xor  spring  appear  with  blooming  pride, 
Nor  autumn  be  with  plenty  crowned. 

5  Earth  may  with  all  her  power  dissolve, 
If  such  the  great  Creator's  will; 

But  thou  forever  art  the  same ; 
"I  am"  is  thy  memorial  still. 

I  11 

I  Al  His  Immutability.  C.  M. 

Through  endless  years  thou  art  the  same, 
0  thou  eternal  God ! 
Each  future  age  shall  know  thy  name, 
xVnd  tell  thy  works  abroad. 

2  The  strong  foundations  of  the  earth 
Of  old  by  thee  were  laid ; 

By  thee  the  beauteous  arch  of  heaven 
With  matchless  skill  was  made. 

3  Soon  shall  this  goodly  frame  of  things, 
Created  by  thy  hand, 

Be,  like  a  vesture,  laid  aside, 
And  changed  at  thy  command. 

4  But  thy  perfections,  all  divine, 
Eternal  as  thy  days, 

Through  everlasting  ages  shine 
With  undiminished  rajs. 


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God's  Eternal  Dominion.  C.  M. 

Gl  reat  God  !  how  infinite  art  thou ! 
T  What  worthless  worms  are  we  ! 
Let  the  whole  race  of  creatures  bow, 
And  pay  their  praise  to  thee. 

2  Thy  throne  eternal  ages  stood, 
Ere  seas  or  stars  were  made  : 
Thou  art  the  ever-living  God, 
Were  all  the  nations  dead. 


ATTRIBUTES    OF   GOD. 


3  Eternity,  with  all  its  years, 

Stands  present  in  thy  view  ; 
To  thee  there's  nothing  old  appears — 
Great  God !  there's  nothing  new. 

4  Our  lives  through  various  scenes  are  drawn,     \ 

And  vexed  with  trifling  cares ; 
While  thine  eternal  thought  moves  on 
Thine  undisturbed  affairs. 

5  Great  God !  how  infinite  art  thou ! 

What  worthless  worms  are  we ! 
Let  the  whole  race  of  creatures  bow, 
And  pay  their  praise  to  thee. 


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Gfod  Incomprehensible.  L.  M. 

Great  God,  in  vain  man's  narrow  view 
Attempts  to  look  thy  nature  through; 
Our  laboring  powers  with  reverence  own 
Thy  glories  never  can  be  known. 

2  Not  the  high  seraph's  mighty  thought, 
Who  countless  years  his  God  has  sought, 
Such  wondrous  height  or  depth  can  find, 
Or  fully  trace  thy  boundless  mind. 

3  Yet,  Lord,  thy  kindness  deigns  to  show 
All  that  we  mortals  need  to  know ; 
While  wisdom,  goodness,  power  divine, 

\         Through  all  thy  works  and  conduct  shine. 

<     4  0,  may  our  souls  with  rapture  trace 
\         Thy  works  of  nature  and  of  grace ; 

Adore  thy  sacred  name,  and  still 
1         Press  on  to  know  and  do  thy  will. 

I  «  God  Incomprehensible.  C.  M.  \ 

Qhall  foolish,  weak,  short-sighted  man 
O  Beyond  the  angels  go  ? 
The  great  Almighty  God  explain, 
Or  to  perfection  know  ? 

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2  His  attributes  divinely  soar 

Above  the  creature's  sight, 
And  prostrate  seraphim  adore 
The  glorious  Infinite. 

3  The  brightness  of  his  glory  leaves 

Description  far  below ; 
Nor  man's  nor  angel's  heart  conceives 
How  deep  his  mercies  flow. 

4  His  grace  is  most  unsearchable, 

xVnd  dazzles  all  above ; 
They  gaze,  but  cannot  count  or  tell 
The  treasures  of  his  love. 


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God  is  a  Spirit. — John  4:  24.       L.  M. 

OGod  !  Thou  art  a  Spirit  pure, 
Invisible  to  mortal  eyes ; 
Th'  immortal  and  th'  eternal  King, 
The  great,  the  good,  the  only  wise. 

2  While  nature  changes,  and  her  works 
Decay,  corrupt,  dissolve  and  die : 
Thy  essence  pure,  no  change  shall  see, 
Secure  of  immortality. 

3  Thou  great  Invisible !   what  hand 
Can  draw  thy  spotless  image  fair? 
To  what  in  heav'n,  to  what  on  earth, 
Can  man  th'  immortal  King  compare? 

4  Let  stupid  heathens  frame  their  gods, 
Of  gold  and  silver,  wood  and  stone ; 
Our  God  is  he  that  made  the  heav'ns ; 
He  is  Jehovah,  God  alone. 

5  My  soul  thy  purest  homage  pay, 
In  truth  and  spirit  him  adore; 
More  shall  this  please  than  sacrifice, 
Than  outward  forms,  delight  him  more. 
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Incomprehensibility  of  God. 

God  is  a  name  my  soul  adores  ; 
Th'  almighty  Three,  th'  eternal  One ; 
Nature  and  grace,  with  all  their  powers, 
Confess  the  infinite  Unknown. 

2  From  thy  great  Self  thy  being  springs : 
Thou  art  thy  own  original, 
Made  up  of  uncreated  things, 
\        And  self-sufficience  bears  them  all. 

}    3  Thy  voice  produced  the  seas  and  spheres, 
j        Bade  the  waves  roar  and  planets  shine  ; 

But  nothing  like  thyself  appears 
j         Through  all  these  spacious  works  of  thine. 

I    4  Still  restless  nature  dies  and  grows  ; 

From  change  to  change  the  creatures  run ; 

Thy  being  no  succession  knows, 
i        And  all  thy  vast  designs  are  one. 

}  5  Then  fly,  my  song,  an  endless  round ; 

|  The  lofty  tune  let  Gabriel  raise ; 

j  All  nature  dwell  upon  the  sound  ; 

}  But  we  can  ne'er  fulfil  the  praise. 


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God  everywhere  present.  C.  M.  i 

Lord,  all  I  am  is  known  to  thee ; 
In  vain  my  soul  would  try 
To  shun  thy  presence,  or  to  flee 
\  The  notice  of  thine  eye. 

\        2  Thy  all-surrounding  sight  surveys 
My  rising  and  my  rest, 
My  public  walks,  my  private  ways, 
The  secrets  of  my  breast. 

)        3  My  thoughts  lie  open  to  thee,  Lord, 
Before  they're  form'd  within, 
And  ere  my  lips  pronounce  the  word, 
Thou  know'st  the  sense  I  mean. 


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ATTRIBUTES   OF    GOD.  19  * 

4  0  wondrous  knowledge !  deep  and  high, 

Where  can  a  creature  hide  I 
Within  thy  circling  arms  I  lie, 
Beset  on  every  side. 

5  So  let  thy  grace  surround  me  still, 

And  like  a  bulwark  prove, 
To  guard  my  soul  from  every  ill, 
Secured  by  sovereign  love. 


Omnipresence  of  God.  L.  M. 

Uather  of  spirits,  nature's  God, 
;         JT    Our  inmost  thoughts  are  known  to  thee  ; 
Thou,  Lord,  canst  hear  each  idle  word, 
And  every  private  action  see. 

:     2  Could  we,  on  morning's  swiftest  wings, 
Pursue  our  flight  through  trackless  air, 
Or  dive  beneath  deep  ocean's  springs, 
Thy  presence  still  would  meet  us  there. 

i     3  In  vain  may  guilt  attempt  to  fly, 

Concealed  beneath  the  pall  of  night; 
One  glance  from  thy  all-piercing  eye 
Can  kindle  darkness  into  light. 

;     4  Search  thou  our  hearts,  and  there  destroy 
Each  evil  thought,  each  secret  sin, 
And  fit  us  for  those  realms  of  joy, 
Where  nought  impure  shall  enter  in. 


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The  All-seeing  God.  C.  M. 

Almighty  God,  thy  piercing  eye 
Strikes  through  the  shades  of  night, 
And  our  most  secret  actions  lie 
All  open  to  thy  sight. 

2  There's  not  a  sin  that  we  commit, 
Nor  wicked  word  we  say, 
But  in  thy  dreadful  book  'tis  writ, 
Against  the  judgment  day. 


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3  And  must  the  crimes  that  I  have  done 
Be  read  and  published  there  ? 

Be  all  exposed  before  the  sun, 
While  men  and  angels  hear  ? 

4  Lord,  at  thy  feet  ashamed  I  lie; 
Upward  I  dare  not  look ; 

Pardon  my  sins,  before  I  die, 
And  blot  them  from  thy  book. 

5  Remember  all  the  dying  pains 
That  my  Redeemer  felt; 

And  let  his  blood  wash  out  my  stains, 
And  answer  for  my  guilt. 

God's  Power.  C.  M. 

The  Lord,  our  God,  is  full  of  might, 
The  winds  obey  his  will ; 
He  speaks — and,  in  his  heav'nly  height, 
The  rolling  sun  stands  still. 

2  Rebel,  ye  waves,  and  o'er  the  land 

With  threatening  aspect  roar ; 

The  Lord  uplifts  his  awful  hand, 

And  chains  you  to  the  shore. 

3  Howl,  winds  of  night !  your  force  combine ; 

Without  his  high  behest, 
Ye  shall  not,  in  the  mountain-pine, 
Disturb  the  sparrow's  nest. 

4  His  voice  sublime  is  heard  afar, 

In  distant  peals  it  dies  ; 
He  yokes  the  whirlwinds  to  his  car, 
And  sweeps  the  howling  skies. 

5  Ye  nations,  bend — in  rev'rence  bend ; 

Ye  monarchs,  wait  his  nod, 
And  bid  the  choral  song  ascend, 
To  celebrate  your  God. 


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ATTRIBUTES   OF    GOD.  21 


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Wisdom  of  God.  L.  M. 

Awake,  my  tongue !  thy  tribute  bring 
To  him,  who  gave  thee  power  to  sing ; 
Praise  him,  who  is  all  praise  above, — 
The  Source  of  wisdom  and  of  love. 

2  How  vast  his  knowledge — how  profound ! 

A  depth,  where  all  our  thoughts  are  drowned ; 
The  stars  he  numbers ;  and  their  names 
He  gives  to  all  those  heavenly  flames. 

3  Through  each  bright  world  above,  behold 
Ten  thousand  thousand  charms  unfold ; 
Earth,  air,  and  mighty  seas  combine, 

To  speak  his  wisdom  all-divine. 

4  But  in  redemption, — 0  what  grace ! 

Its  wonders, — 0  what  thought  can  trace  ! 
Here  wisdom  shines  for  ever  bright : — 
Praise  him,  my  soul !  with  sweet  delight. 

"I      The  Goodness  of  God.— Nah.  1:  7.    CM. 

Ye  humble  souls,  approach  your  God 
With  songs  of  sacred  praise ; 
For  he  is  good,  supremely  good, 
And  kind  are  all  his  ways. 

2  All  nature  owns  his  guardian  care ; 

In  him  we  live  and  move ; 
But  nobler  benefits  declare 
The  wonders  of  his  love. 

3  He  gave  his  well-beloved  Son 

To  save  our  souls  from  sin ; 
'Tis  here  he  makes  his  goodness  known, 
And  proves  it  all  divine. 

4  To  this  sure  refuge,  Lord,  we  come, 

And  here  our  hope  relies ; 
A  safe  defence,  a  peaceful  home, 
When  storms  of  trouble  rise. 


ATTRIBUTES    OF    GOD. 


Thine  eye  beholds,  with  kind  regard, 
The  souls  who  trust  in  thee ; 

Their  humble  hope  thou  wilt  reward 
With  bliss,  divinely  free. 

Great  God,  to  thy  almighty  love 
What  honors  shall  we  raise? 

Not  all  the  raptured  songs  above 
Can  render  equal  praise. 


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God's  Goodness. 


C.  M. 


Thy  goodness,  Lord,  our  souls  confess  ; 
Thy  goodness  we  adore ; — 
A  spring  whose  blessings  never  fail ; 
A  sea  without  a  shore. 

2  Sun,  moon  and  stars,  thy  love  declare 

In  every  golden  ray  ; 
Love  draws  the  curtains  of  the  night, 
And  love  brings  back  the  day. 

3  Thy  bounty  every  season  crowns 

AVith  all  the  bliss  it  yields  ; 
With  joyful  clusters  loads  the  vines, 
With  strengthening  grain  the  fields. 

4  But  chiefly  thy  compassion,  Lord, 

Is  in  the  gospel  seen  ; 
There,  like  a  sun,  thy  mercy  shines, 
Without  a  cloud  between. 

5  There  pardon,  peace,  and  holy  joy, 

Through  Jesus'  name  are  given ; 
He  on  the  cross  was  lifted  high, 
That  we  might  reign  in  heaven. 

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&  *  God  our  Benefactor. 

My  Maker  and  my  King ! 
To  thee  my  all  I  owe : 
Thy  sovereign  bounty  is  the  spring 
From  whence  my  blessings  flow. 


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Thou  ever  good  and  kind ! 
A  thousand  reasons  move, 
A  thousand  obligations  bind 
My  heart  to  grateful  love. 

The  creature  of  thy  hand, 
On  thee  alone  I  live  ; 
My  God,  thy  benefits  demand 
More  praise  than  tongue  can  give. 

0  let  thy  grace  inspire 
My  soul  with  strength  divine ; 
Let  all  my  powers  to  thee  aspire, 
And  all  my  days  be  thine. 


God's  Condescension.  CM. 

OLord,  our  King,  how  excellent 
Thy  name  on  earth  is  known ! 
Thy  glory  in  the  firmament 
How  wonderfully  shown ! 

2  When  I  behold  the  heav'ns  on  high, 
The  work  of  thy  right  hand; 

The  moon  and  stars  amid  the  sky, 
Thy  lights  in  every  land  : — 

3  Lord,  what  is  man,  or  all  his  race, 
Who  dwells  so  far  below, 

That  thou  shouldst  visit  him  with  grace, 
And  love  his  nature  so  ? 

4  0  Lord,  how  excellent  thy  name ! 
How  manifold  thy  ways  ! 


Let  time  thy  saving  truth  proclaim, 
Eternity  thy  praise. 


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God  is  Wisdom  and  Love.  M.  8s.  &  7s. 


God  is  love ;  his  mercy  brightens 
All  the  paths  in  which  we  rove ; 
Bliss  he  wakes,  and  woe  he  lightens; 
God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 


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ATTRIBUTES   OF   GOD. 


2  Chance  and  change  are  busy  ever ; 

Man  decays,  and  ages  move ; 
But  his  mercy  waneth  never ; 
God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 

3  E'en  the  hour  that  darkest  seemeth, 

Will  his  changeless  goodness  prove ; 
From  the  mist  his  brightness  streameth ; 
God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 

4  He  with  earthly  cares  entwineth 

Hope  and  comfort  from  above ; 
Everywhere  his  glory  shineth ; 
God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 


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God  is  Love. — 1  John  4:  8. 


CM. 


Come,  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord, 
And  lift  your  souls  above ; 
Let  every  heart  and  voice  accord, 
To  sing  that  God  is  love. 

2  This  precious  truth  his  word  declares, 

And  all  his  mercies  prove  ; 

Jesus,  the  gift  of  gifts,  appears 

To  show,  that  God  is  love. 

3  Sinai,  in  clouds,  and  smoke,  and  fire, 

Thunders  his  dreadful  name  ; 
But  Zion  sings,  in  melting  notes, 
The  honors  of  the  Lamb. 

4  In  all  his  doctrines  and  commands, 

His  counsels  and  designs — 
In  every  work  his  hands  have  framed 
His  love  supremely  shines. 

5  Angels  and  men  the  news  proclaim, 

Through  earth  and  heaven  above, 
The  joyful  and  transporting  news, 
That  God,  the  Lord  is  love. 


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£0  God  is  Love.     P.  M.  11,6,11,6,8,8,8,6. 

What  sound  is  this?  a  song  through  heav'n 
resounding, 
"  God  is  love !  God  is  love ! " 
And  now  from  earth  I  hear  the  sound  rebound- 
ing, 
"God  is  love!  God  is  love!" 
Yes,  while  adoring  hosts  proclaim, 
"Love  is  his  nature,  love  his  name!" 
My  soul  in  rapture  cries  the  same : 
"  God  is  love !  God  is  love ! M 

2  This  song  repeat,  repeat  ye  saints  in  glory ! 

God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 
And  saints  on  earth,  shout  back  the  pleasing 
story, 
God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 
In  this  let  heav'n  and  earth  agree, 
To  sound  his  love  both  full  and  free, 
And  let  the  theme  for  ever  be, 
God  is  love  !  God  is  love ! 

3  Creation  speaks,  with  thousand  tongues  pro- 

claiming, 
God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 
And  Providence  unites  her  voice,  exclaiming, 
God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 
But  let  the  burdened  sinner  hear 
The  gospel,  sounding  loud  and  clear, 
To  every  soul  both  far  and  near, 
God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 

4  This  heav'nly  love  all  'round  is  sweetly  flow- 
ing, 

God  is  love!  God  is  love! 
And  in  my  heart  the  sacred  fire  is  glowing, 
God  is  love !  God  is  love  ! 
That  God  is  love,  I  know  full  well, 
And  had  I  pow'r  his  love  to  tell, 
With  loudest  notes  my  song  should  swell 

God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 
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5  The  love  of  God  is  now  my  greatest  pleasure  ; 
God  is  love  !"  God  is  love ! 
And  while  I  live,  I  ask  no  greater  treasure ; 
God  is  love  !  God  is  love ! 
This  theme  shall  be  my  song  below, 
And  when  to  glory  I  shall  go, 
This  strain  eternally  shall  flow : 
God  is  love !  God  is  love ! 


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The  Holiness  of  GW.— Isaiah  8 :  13.     C.  M. 

Holy  and  reverend  is  the  name 
Of  our  eternal  King  : 
Thrice  holy,  Lord,  the  angels  cry : 
Thrice  holy  let  us  sing. 

2  Holy  is  he  in  all  his  works, 

And  truth  is  his  delight ; 
But  sinners  and  their  wicked  ways 
Shall  perish  from  his  sight. 

3  The  deepest  reverence  of  the  mind, 

Pay,  0  my  soul,  to  God ; 
Lift  with  thy  hands  a  holy  heart 
To  his  sublime  abode. 

4  Thou  holy  God !  preserve  my  soul 

From  all  pollution  free ; 
The  pure  in  heart  are  thy  delight, 
And  they  thy  face  shall  see. 


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The  Justice  of  God.  L.  M. 

Eternal  King !  the  greatest,  best, 
For  ever  glorious,  ever  blest ; 
The  great  I  AM,  Jehovah,  Lord, 
By  seraphim  and  saint  adored. 

2  Justice  the  firm  foundation  lays, 
Of  all  thy  laws,  thy  works,  and  ways ; 
Obedient  souls  will  ever  find 
A  God  that's  faithful,  loving,  kind. 


ATTRIBUTES   OF   GOB. 


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3  But  he  who  sins,  becomes  accurs'd, 
Or  God  would  be  no  longer  just; 
Curs'd  is  the  man,  who  dares  withdraw 
Obedience  from  thy  holy  law. 

4  But,  0  thou  holy,  just  and  true! 
Though  justice  must  have  all  its  due, 
Thou  canst  be  just,  yet  justify 

The  soul  that  doth  on  Christ  rely. 

5  0  boundless  wisdom,  love  and  power ! 
Thy  matchless  mercy  we  adore, 
That  found  out  this  amazing  plan, 
To  save  thy  ruined  creature,  man. 

6  We  plead  the  sufferings  of  thy  Son, 
We  plead  his  righteousness  alone ; 

He  bore  the  curse,  whence  thou  art  just 
In  pardoning  those,  who  were  accurs'd. 


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Faithfulness  of  God. 


CM. 


The  truth  of  God  shall  still  endure, 
And  firm  his  promise  stand ; 
Believing  souls  may  rest  secure 
In  his  almighty  hand. 

2  Should  earth  and  hell  their  forces  join, 

He  would  contemn  their  rage, 
And  render  fruitless  their  design 
Against  his  heritage. 

3  The  rainbow  round  about  his  throne 

Proclaims  his  faithfulness ; 
He  will  his  purposes  perform, 
His  promises  of  grace. 

4  The  hills  and  mountains  melt  away ; 

But  he  is  still  the  same ; 
Let  saints  to  him  their  homage  pay, 
And  magnify  his  name. 


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Mercy  of  God.  S.  M. 

Mr  soul,  repeat  his  praise, 
Whose  mercies  are  Aso  great ; 
Whose  anger  is  so  slow  to  rise, 
So  ready  to  abate. 

!      His  power  subdues  our  sins, 
And  his  forgiving  love, 
Far  as  the  east  is  from  the  west, 
Doth  all  our  guilt  remove. 

The  pity  of  the  Lord 
To  those  that  fear  his  name, 
Is  such  as  tender  parents  feel : 
He  knows  our  feeble  frame. 

Our  days  are  as  the  grass, 
Or  like  the  morning  flower : 
If  one  sharp  blast  sweep  o'er  the  field, 
It  withers  in  an  hour. 

But  thy  compassions,  Lord, 
To  endless  years  endure ; 
And  children's  children  ever  find 
Thy  words  of  promise  sure. 

Sovereignty  of  God.  CM. 

Keep  silence,  all  created  things  ! 
And  wait  your  Maker's  nod ; 
My  soul  stands  trembling,  while  she  sing 
The  honors  of  her  God. 

2  His  providence  unfolds  his  book, 
And  makes  his  counsels  shine ; 
Each  opening  leaf,  and  every  stroke, 
Fulfils  some  deep  design. 

3  My  God,  I  would  not  long  to  see 
My  fate  with  curious  eyes, — 
What  gloomy  lines  are  writ  for  me, 
Or  what  bright  scenes  may  rise. 


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TRINITY. 


29 


4  In  thy  fair  book  of  life  and  grace 
0  may  I  find  my  name, 
Recorded  in  some  humble  place, 
Beneath  my  Lord,  the  Lamb ! 


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35 


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TRINITY. 

Praise  to  the  Trinity.  C.  M. 

Glory  to  God  the  Father's  name, 
Who  from  our  sinful  race 
Hath  chosen  myriads  to  proclaim 
The  honors  of  his  grace. 

Glory  to  God  the  Son  be  paid, 

Who  dwelt  in  humble  clay, 
And  to  redeem  us  from  the  dead, 

Gave  his  own  life  away. 

Glory  to  God  the  Spirit  give, 

From  whose  almighty  power 
Our  souls  their  heavenly  birth  derive, 

And  bless  the  happy  hour. 

Glory  to  God,  that  reigns  above, 

The  Holy  Three  in  One, 
Who,  by  the  wonders  of  his  love, 

Has  made  his  nature  known. 

•    Song  of  Praise  to  the  Trinity.        M.  7s. 

Glory  to  the  Father  give, 
He  in  whom  we  move  and  live ; 
All  our  prayers  he  deigns  to  hear, 
All  our  songs  delight  his  ear. 

I  Glory  to  the  Son  we  bring, — 
Christ  our  Prophet,  Priest  and  King ! 
Christians,  raise  your  sweetest  strain 
To  the  Lamb,  for  he  was  slain. 

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30  TRINITY. 


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3  Glory  to  the  Holy  Ghost ; 
He  reclaims  the  sinner  lost ; 
Fills  his  heart  with  just  desires, 
And  his  mind  with  truth  inspires. 

4  Glory  in  the  highest  be 
To  the  blessed  Trinity, 
For  the  gospel  from  above, 

For  the  word  that  "God  is  love." 


W         Praise  to  the  Trinity.      H.  M.6,6,6,G,8,8.{ 

We  give  immortal  praise 
To  God  the  Father's  love, 
For  all  our  comforts  here, 
And  hopes  of  bliss  above. 
He  sent  his  Son,  his  only  Son, 
To  die  for  sins  that  man  had  done. 

To  God  the  Son  belongs 

Eternal  glory  too ; 
Who  bought  us  with  his  blood, 
From  everlasting  woe. 
But  now  he  lives,  and  now  he  reigns, 
And  sees  the  fruit  of  all  his  pains. 

To  God  the  Holy  Ghost  < 

Immortal  praise  we  give  ; 
Whose  new-creating  power 
Can  make  the  sinner  live. 
His  work  completes  the  great  design 
And  fills  the  soul  with  joys  divine. 

Almighty  God !  to  thee 

Be  endless  honors  done ; 
The  undivided  Three ! 
The  uncreated  One ! 
Thee  we  adore,  eternal  Lord, 
And  rest  our  faith  upon  thy  word. 


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TRINITY. 


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Invocation  of  tlte  Trinity.  P.M.G,G,4,6,G,G,4. 
ome,  thou  Almighty  King, 
Help  us  thy  name  to  sing, 
Help  us  to  praise ; 
Father  all  glorious, 
O'er  all  victorious, 
Come  and  reign  over  us, 
Ancient  of  days. 

2  Jesus,  our  Lord,  arise, 
Scatter  our  enemies, 

And  make  them  fall ; 
Let  thy  almighty  aid 
Our  sure  defence  be  made, 
Our  souls  on  thee  be  stayed — 

Lord,  hear  our  call. 

3  Come,  thou  incarnate  Word, 
Gird  on  thy  mighty  sword ; 

Our  prayer  attend ; 
Come,  and  thy  people  bless, 
And  give  thy  word  success ; 
Spirit  of  holiness, 

On  us  descend. 

4  Come,  holy  Comforter, 
Thy  sacred  witness  bear, 

In  this  glad  hour ; 
Thou  who  almighty  art, 
Now  rule  in  every  heart, 
And  ne'er  from  us  depart, 

Spirit  of  power. 

5  To  the  great  One  in  Three, 
The  highest  praises  be, 

Hence  evermore: 
His  sovereign  majesty 
May  we  in  glory  see, 
And  to  eternity 

Love  and  adore. 


CEEATION. 

OO         The  Glory  of  God  in  Creation.      C.  M. 

The  God  of  nature  and  of  grace 
In  all  his  works  appears ; 
His  goodness  through  the  earth  we  trace, 
His  grandeur  in  the  spheres. 

2  Behold  this  fair  and  fertile  globe, 

By  him  in  wisdom  planned ! 
;T  was  he  who  girded,  like  a  robe, 
The  ocean  round  the  land. 

3  Lift  to  the  arch  of  heaven  your  eye ; 

Thither  his  path  pursue ; 
His  glory,  boundless  as  the  sky, 
O'erwhelms  the  wondering  view. 

4  How  excellent,  0  Lord !  thy  name, 

In  all  creation's  lines ! 
Spread  through  eternity,  thy  fame 
With  rising  lustre  shines. 

5  These  lower  works  that  swell  thy  praise, 

High  as  our  thoughts  can  tower, 
Are  but  a  portion  of  thy  ways, — 
The  hiding  of  thy  power. 

6  Millions  before  thy  presence  stand, 

Who  feel,  while  they  adore, 
Fullness  of  joy,  at  thy  right  hand, 
And  pleasures  evermore. 


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Nature  and  Revelation.  L.  M. 

The  heav'ns  declare  thy  glory,  Lord ! 
In  every  star  thy  wisdom  shines ; 
But,  when  our  eyes  behold  thy  word, 
We  read  thy  name  in  fairer  lines. 

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CREATION.  33 


2  The  rolling  sun,  the  changing  light, 
And  nights  and  days  thy  power  confess  ; 
But  the  blest  volume  thou  hast  writ 
Reveals  thy  justice  and  thy  grace. 

3  Sun,  moon  and  stars  convey  thy  praise, 
Round  the  whole  earth,  and  never  stand : 
So,  when  thy  truth  began  its  race, 

It  touched  and  glanced  on  every  land. 

4  Nor  shall  thy  spreading  gospel  rest, 
Till  through  the  world  thy  truth  has  run, 
Till  Christ  has  all  the  nations  blest, 
That  see  the  light,  or  feel  the  sun. 

5  Great  Sun  of  righteousness!   arise; 
Bless  the  dark  world  with  heavenly  light ; 
Thy  gospel  makes  the  simple  wise, 
Thy  laws  are  pure,  thy  judgments  right. 

6  Thy  noblest  wonders  here  we  view, 
In  souls  renewed,  and  sins  forgiven; 
Lord,  cleanse  my  sins,  my  soul  renew, 
And  make  thy  word  my  guide  to  heaven. 


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God  seen  in  Ids  Works,  C.  M. 

There's  not  a  tint  that  paints  the  rose, 
Or  decks  the  lily  fair, 
Or  streaks  the  humblest  flower  that  grows, 
But  God  has  placed  it  there. 

2  There's  not  of  grass  a  single  blade, 

Or  leaf  of  loveliest  green, 
Where  heavenly  skill  is  not  displayed, 
And  heavenly  wisdom  seen. 

3  There's  not  a  cloud  whose  dews  distil 

Upon  the  parching  clod, 
And  clothe  with  verdure  vale  and  hill, 
That  is  not  sent  by  God. 
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34  CREATION. 


4  There's  not  a  star  whose  twinkling  light 

Shines  on  the  distant  earth, 
And  cheers  the  silent  gloom  of  night, 
But  Mercy  gave  it  birth. 

5  There's  not  a  place  in  earth's  vast  round, 

In  ocean's  deep,  or  air, 
Where  skill  and  wisdom  are  not  found, 
For  God  is  everywhere. 

6  Around,  beneath,  below,  above — 

Wherever  space  extends, — 
There  God  displays  his  boundless  love, 
And  power  with  mercy  blends. 


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The  Divine  Character  Exhibited.       CM. 


Father,  how  wide  thy  glory  shines! 
How  high  thy  wonders  rise ! 
Known  through  the  earth  by  thousand  signs, 
By  thousand  through  the  skies. 

2  Those  mighty  orbs  proclaim  thy  power; 

Their  motions  speak  thy  skill ; 
And  on  the  wings  of  every  hour 
We  read  thy  patience  still. 

3  But  when  we  view  thy  strange  design 

To  save  rebellious  worms, 
Where  justice  and  compassion  join 
In  their  divinest  forms, — 

4  Here  the  whole  Deity  is  known ; 

Nor  dares  a  creature  guess 
Which  of  the  glories  brightest  shone, 
The  justice  or  the  grace. 

5  Now  the  full  glories  of  the  Lamb 

Adorn  the  heavenly  plains ; 
Bright  seraphs  chant  Immanuel's  name, 
And  try  their  choicest  strains. 


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6  0,  may  I  bear  some  humble  part 
In  that  immortal  song ; 
Wonder  and  joy  shall  tune  my  heart, 
And  love  command  my  tongue. 

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J^         Man's  Creation  and  Innocency.      C.  M. 

Jehovah's  image  brightly  shone 
In  Eden's  lovely  pair, 
And  oft,  before  his  gracious  throne, 
They  bowed  in  praise  and  prayer. 

2  With  rectitude,  as  with  a  robe, 

Their  spotless  souls  were  dressed  ; 
With  peace  abounding,  and  with  joy, 
They  were  divinely  blessed. 

3  No  self-reproach,  no  slavish  dread 

Disturbed  their  peace  within ; 
Xo  frowning  storm  their  path  overspread, 
While  undefiled  with  sin. 

4  Thus  souls  renewed  by  saving  grace, — 

Whose  sins  have  been  forgiven, 
Behold  the  smiles  of  Jesus'  face, 
And  feel  an  inward  heaven. 

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^J  Voice  of  Creation,  L.  M.  D.j 

There  seems  a  voice  in  every  gale, 
A  tongue  in  every  op'ning  flower, 
Which  tells,  0  Lord,  the  wondrous  tale 
Of  thy  indulgence,  love  and  power. 
The  birds  that  rise  on  quiv'ring  wing, 
Appear  to  hymn  their  Maker's  praise, 
And  all  the  mingling  sounds  of  spring 
To  thee  one  general  chorus  raise. 

2  And  shall  my  voice,  great  God,  alone, 
Be  mute  'midst  nature's  loud  acclaim  ? 
No,  let  my  heart  with  answ'ring  tone, 
Breathe  forth  in  praise  thy  holy  name. 


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All  Nature's  debt  is  small  to  mine, 
For  Nature  soon  shall  cease  to  be  ; 
But — matchless  proof  of  love  divine — 
Thou  gav'st  immortal  life  to  me. 

The  Saviour  left  his  heav'nly  throne, 
A  ransom  for  my  soul  to  give ; 
Man's  suffering  state  he  made  his  own. 
And  deigned  to  die  that  I  might  live. 
But  thanks  and  praise  for  love  so  great 
No  mortal  tongue  can  e'er  express  ; 
Then  let  me,  bowed  before  thy  feet, 
In  silence  love  thee,  Lord,  and  bless. 


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God  in  his  Works  and  Word,         S.  M. 

Behold,  the  lofty  sky 
Declares  its  maker,  God ; 
And  all  the  starry  worlds  on  high, 
Proclaim  his  power  abroad. 

2  The  darkness  and  the  light 
Still  keep  their  course  the  same ; 

While  night  to  day,  and  day  to  night, 
Divinely  teach  his  name. 

3  In  every  different  land, 
Their  general  voice  is  known ; 

They  show  the  wonders  of  his  hand, 
And  orders  of  his  throne. 

4  His  laws  are  just  and  pure, 
His  truth  without  deceit ; 

His  promises  forever  sure, 
And  his  rewards  are  great. 

5  While  of  thy  works  I  sing , 
Thy  glory  to  proclaim, 

Accept  the  praise,  my  God,  my  King, 
In  my  Redeemer's  name. 


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CREATION.  37     j 


God,  as  Seen  in  Nature.  C.  M. 

Ising  th'  almighty  power  of  God, 
That  made  the  mountains  rise ; 
That  spread  the  flowing  seas  abroad, 
And  built  the  lofty  skies. 

2  I  sing  the  goodness  of  the  Lord, 

That  filFd  the  earth  with  food; 
He  formed  the  creatures  with  his  word, 
And  then  pronounced  them  good. 

3  Lord,  how  thy  wonders  are  display'd, 

Where'er  I  turn  mine  eye ! 
If  I  survey  the  ground  I  tread, 
Or  gaze  upon  the  sky. 

4  There's  not  a  plant  or  flow'r  below, 

But  makes  thy  glories  known ; 
The  clouds  arise  and  tempests  blow, 
By  order  from  thy  throne. 


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An  Humble  Offering  to  Jehovah.      L.  M. 

The  perfect  world,  by  Adam  trod, 
Was  the  first  temple  built  by  God ; 
His  fiat  laid  the  corner-stone ; 
He  spake,  and,  lo !  the  work  was  done. 

2  He  hung  its  starry  roof  on  high, 
The  broad  expanse  of  azure  sky ; 

He  spread  his  pavement,  green  and  bright, 
And  curtained  it  with  morning  light. 

3  The  mountains  in  their  places  stood, 
The  sea,  the  sky ;  and  all  was  good ; 
And  when  its  first  pure  praises  rang, 
The  morning  stars  together  sang. 

4  Lord,  'tis  not  ours  to  make  the  sea, 
And  earth,  and  sky,  a  house  for  thee ; 
But  in  thy  sight  our  hearts  we  raise 
To  celebrate  Jehovah's  praise. 

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PROVIDENCE. 


Mysteries  of  Providence.  CM. 

God  moves  in  a  mysterious  way, 
His  wonders  to  perform ; 
He  plants  his  footsteps  in  the  sea, 
And  rides  upon  the  storm. 

2  Deep  in  unfathomable  mines 

Of  never-failing  skill, 
He  treasures  up  his  bright  designs, 
And  works  his  sovereign  will. 

3  Ye  fearful  saints,  fresh  courage  take: 

The  clouds  ye  so  much  dread, 
Are  big  with  mercy,  and  shall  break 
In  blessings  on  your  head. 

4  Judge  not  the  Lord  by  feeble  sense, 

But  trust  him  for  his  grace ; 
Behind  a  frowning  providence, 
He  hides  a  smiling  face. 

5  His  purposes  will  ripen  fast, 

Unfolding  every  hour ; 
The  bud  may  have  a  bitter  taste, 
But  sweet  will  be  the  flow'r. 

6  Blind  unbelief  is  sure  to  err, 

And  scan  his  work  in  vain  ; 
God  is  his  own  interpreter, 
And  he  will  make  it  plain. 


The  Ways  of  God  Inscrutable.      C  M. 

Thy  way,  0  God,  is  in  the  sea ; 
Thy  paths  I  cannot  trace, 
Nor  comprehend  the  mystery 
Of  thine  unbounded  grace. 


PROVIDENCE. 


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2  Here  the  dark  veils  of  flesh  and  sense 

My  captive  soul  surround  ; 
Mysterious  deeps  of  providence 
My  inward  thoughts  confound. 

3  As,  through  a  glass,  I  dimly  see 

The  wonders  of  thy  love, 
How  little  do  I  know  of  thee, 
Or  of  the  joys  above  ! 

4  Though  but  in  part  I  know  thy  will, 

I  bless  thee  for  the  sight; 
When  will  thy  love  the  whole  reveal 
In  glory's  clearer  light? 

5  In  rapture  shall  I  then  survey 

Thy  providence  and  grace, 
And  spend  an  everlasting  day 
In  wonder,  love  and  praise. 


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God's  General  and  Special  Providence.  C.  M. 

Thy  kingdom,  Lord,  for  ever  stands, 
While  earthly  thrones  decay ; 
And  time  submits  to  thy  commands, 
While  ages  roll  away. 

2  Thy  sovereign  bounty  freely  gives 

Its  unexhausted  store ; 
And  universal  nature  lives 
On  thy  sustaining  pow'r. 

3  Holy  and  just  in  all  thy  ways, 

Thy  providence  divine ; 
In  all  thy  works,  immortal  rays 
Of  power  and  mercy  shine. 

4  The  praise  of  God — delightful  theme  ! 

Shall  fill  my  heart  and  tongue ; 
Let  all  creation  bless  his  name, 
In  one  eternal  sons. 


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Gratitude  for  Providential  Care.         C.  M. 

Othou,  my  light,  my  life,  my  joy, 
My  glory,  and  my  all ! 
Unsent  by  thee,  no  good  can  come, 
Nor  evil  can  befall. 

2  Such  are  thy  schemes  of  providence, 

And  methods  of  thy  grace, 

That  I  may  safely  trust  in  thee 

Through  all  the  wilderness. 

3  'Tis  thine  outstretched  and  powerful  arm 

Upholds  me  in  my  way ; 
And  thy  rich  bounty  well  supplies 
The  wants  of  every  day. 

4  For  such  compassions,  0  my  God, 

Ten  thousand  thanks  are  due ; 
For  such  compassions,  I  esteem 
Ten  thousand  thanks  too  few. 

Confidence  in  God's  Government.      CM. 

Since  all  the  varying  scenes  of  time 
God's  watchful  eye  surveys, 
0  !  who  so  wise  to  choose  our  lot, 
Or  to  appoint  our  ways  ? 

2  Good  when  he  gives,  supremely  good, 

Nor  less  when  he  denies ; 
Afflictions  from  his  sovereign  hand 
Are  blessings  in  disguise. 

3  Why  should  we  doubt  a  Father's  love, 

So  constant  and  so  kind? 

To  his  unerring  gracious  will 

Be  every  wish  resigned. 

4  In  thy  fair  book  of  life  divine, 

My  God,  inscribe  my  name ; 

There  let  it  fill  some  humble  place 

Beneath  my  Lord,  the  Lamb. 


PROVIDENCE. 


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The  Mystery  of  Providence. 

Sure,  there's  a  righteous  God, 
Nor  is  religion  vain ; 
Though  men  of  vice  may  boast  aloud, 
And  men  of  grace  complain. 

I  saw  the  wicked  rise, 
And  felt  my  heart  repine, 
While  haughty  fools,  with  scornful  eyes, 
In  robes  of  honor  shine. 

The  tumult  of  my  thought 
Held  me  in  hard  suspense, 
Till  to  thy  house  my  feet  were  brought, 
To  learn  thy  justice  thence. 

Thy  word,  with  light  and  pow'r, 
Did  my  mistake  amend  ; 
I  viewed  the  sinners7  life  before, 
But  here  I  learn' d  their  end. 

On  what  a  slippery  steep 
The  thoughtless  wretches  go ! 
And  0,  that  dreadful  fiery  deep, 
That  waits  their  fall  below ! 

Lord,  at  thy  feet  I  bow ; 
My  thoughts  no  more  repine ; 
I  call  my  God  my  portion  now, 
And  all  my  powers  are  thine. 

Resignation  and  Submission.         C.  M. 

My  God  !  my  Father  !  cheering  name ! 
0,  may  I  call  thee  mine ! 
Give  me  with  humble  hope  to  claim 
A  portion  so  divine. 

This  only  can  my  fears  control, 

And  bid  my  sorrows  fly ; 
What  real  harm  can  reach  my  soul 

Beneath  my  Father's  eye  ? 
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PROVIDENCE. 


3  Whatever  thy  providence  denies, 

I  calmly  would  resign  ; 
For  thou  art  just,  and  good,  and  wise: 
0  bend  my  will  to  thine ! 

4  Whatever  thy  sovereign  will  ordains, 

0  give  me  strength  to  bear ; 
Still  let  me  know  a  Father  reigns, 
Still  trust  a  Father's  care. 

5  Thy  ways,  great  God !  are  little  known 

To  my  weak,  erring  sight ; 
Yet  shall  my  soul,  believing,  own 
That  all  thy  ways  are  right. 


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The  Bounties  of  Providence,         C.  M. 

Lord,  when  my  raptured  thought  surveys 
Creation's  beauties  o'er, 
All  nature  joins  to  teach  thy  praise, 
And  bid  my  soul  adore. 

2  Where'er  I  turn  my  gazing  eyes, 

Thy  radiant  footsteps  shine ; 
Ten  thousand  pleasing  wonders  rise, 
And  speak  their  source  divine. 

3  On  me  thy  providence  has  shone 

With  gentle,  smiling  rays  ; 
0  let  my  lips  and  life  make  known 
Thy  goodness  and  thy  praise. 

4  All-bounteous  Lord,  thy  grace  impart ; 

0  teach  me  to  improve 
Thy  gifts,  with  ever-grateful  heart ; 
And  crown  them  with  thy  love. 


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Times  in  God's  Hand. 

Sovereign  .Ruler  of  the  skies ! 
Ever  gracious,  ever  wise ! 
All  my  times  are  in  thy  hand — 
All  events  at  thy  command. 


M.7s. 


PROVIDENCE. 


2  Times  of  sickness,  times  of  health, 
Times  of  penury  and  wealth, 
Times  of  trial  and  of  grief, 
Times  of  triumph  and  relief  ; 

3  Times  the  tempter's  power  to  prove  ; 
Times  to  taste  a  Saviour's  love ; 

All  must  come,  and  last,  and  end, 
As  shall  please  my  heavenly  Friend. 

4  0  thou  Gracious,  Wise  and  Just, 
In  thy  hands  my  life  I  trust ; 
Have  I  somewhat  dearer  still  ? 

I  resign  it  to  thy  will. 

5  Thee  at  all  times  will  I  bless  ; 
Having  thee,  I  all  possess : 
How  can  I  bereaved  be, 
Since  I  cannot  part  with  thee  ? 


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Holy  Resignation.  C.  M. 

It  is  the  Lord,  enthroned  in  light, 
Whose  claims  are  all  divine, 
Who  has  an  undisputed  right 
To  govern  me  and  mine. 

2  It  is  the  Lord,  who  gives  me  all 

My  wealth,  my  friends,  my  ease ; 
And  of  his  bounties  may  recall 
Whatever  part  he  please. 

3  It  is  the  Lord,  my  faithful  God, — 

Thrice  blessed  be  his  name, — 
Whose  gracious  promise,  sealed  with  blood, 
Must  ever  be  the  same. 

4  And  can  my  soul,  with  hopes  like  these, 

Be  faithless  or  repine  ? 
No,  gracious  God ;  take  what  thou  please, 
To  thee  I  all  resign. 


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5  When  gladness  wings  my  favored  hour, 

Thy  love  my  thoughts  shall  fill ; 
Resigned,  when  storms  of  sorrow  lower, 
My  soul  shall  meet  thy  will. 

6  My  lifted  eye,  without  a  tear, 

The  gathering  storm  shall  see ; 
My  steadfast  heart  shall  know  no  fear  ; 
That  heart  will  rest  on  thee. 


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The  Changes  of  Life.  S.  M. 

As  various  as  the  moon 
Is  man's  estate  below; 
To  his  bright  day  of  gladness  soon 
Succeeds  a  night  of  woe. 

Yet  not  to  fickle  chance 
Is  man's  condition  giv'n; 
His  dark  and  shining  hours  advance 
By  the  fix'd  laws  of  Heav'n. 

God  measures  here  to  all 
Their  lot  of  good  or  ill ; 
Nor  this  too  great,  nor  that  too  small, 
For  his  ordaining  will. 

Let  man  conform  his  mind 
To  every  changing  state ; 
Rejoicing  now,  and  now  resigned, 
And  the  great  issue  wait. 

Hopeful  and  humble,  bear 
Thine  evil  and  thy  good : 
Nor  by  presumption  nor  despair, 
Weak  mortal,  be  subdued. 


Confidence  in  God.  C.  M. 

What  though  no  now'rs  the  fig-tree  clothe, 
Though  vines  their  fruit  deny, 
The  labor  of  the  olive  fail, 
And  fields  no  food  supply — 


PEOVIDENCE. 


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2  Though  from  the  fold,  with  sad  surprise, 

My  flock  cut  off  I  see ; 
Though  famine  pine  in  empty  stalls, 
Where  herds  were  wont  to  be — . 

3  Yet  in  the  Lord  will  I  be  glad, 

And  glory  in  his  love  ; 
In  him  I'll  joy,  who  will  the  God 
Of  my  salvation  prove. 

4  God  is  the  treasure  of  my  soul, 

The  source  of  lasting  joy ; 
A  joy  which  want  shall  not  impair, 
Nor  death  itself  destroy. 


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The  Lord  will  Provide.     P.  M.  10,10,11,11. 

Though  troubles  assail  and  dangers  affright, 
Though  friends  should  all  fail,  and  foes  all 
unite ; 
Yet  one  thing  secures  us,  whatever  betide, 
The  Scripture  assures  us,  "The  Lord  will  pro- 
vide." 

:  2  The  birds,  without  barn  or  store-house,  are  fed ; 
From  them  let  us  learn,  to  trust  for  our  bread : 
His  saints,  what  is  fitting,  shall  ne'er  be  denied, 
So  long  as  'tis  written,  "The  Lord  will  provide." 

3  We  may  like  the  ship,  by  tempests  be  toss'd 
On  perilous  deeps,  but  never  be  lost ; 
Though  Satan  enrages  the  wind  and  the  tide, 
The  promise  engages,  "  The  Lord  will  provide." 

:*4  His  call  we  obey,  like  Abrah'm  of  old, 

Not  knowing  our  way ;  but  faith  makes  us  bold ; 
For  tho*  we  are  strangers,  we  have  a  sure  guide, 
And  trust  in  all  dangers,  "The  Lord  will  pro- 
vide." 


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PROVIDENCE. 


5  When  Satan  appears  to  shut  up  our  path, 
And  fill  us  with  fears,  we  triumph  by  faith ; 
He  cannot  take  from  us,  though  oft  he  has  tried, 
This  heart-cheering  promise, "  The  Lord  will 

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6  He  tells  us  we're  weak,  our  hope  is  in  vain, 
The  good  that  we  seek  we  ne'er  shall  obtain ; 
But  when  such  suggestions  our  graces  have  tried,; 
This  answers  all  questions,  "The  Lord  will  pro- 
vide." 

7  No  strength  of  our  own,  or  goodness  we  claim ; 
Yet  since  we  have  known  the  Saviour's  great 

name, 
In  this ,  our  strong  tower,  for  safety  we  hide ; 
The  Lord  is  our  power,  "The  Lord  will  provide." 

8  When  life  sinks  apace,  and  death  is  in  view, 
The  word  of  his  grace  shall  comfort  us  through : 
Not  fearing  or  doubting, with  Christ  on  our  side, 
We  hope  to  die  shouting,  "The  Lord  will  pro- 
vide." 


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Resignation  under  Losses.  CM. 

My  times  of  sorrow  and  of  joy, 
Great  God,  are  in  thy  hand ; 
My  choicest  comforts  come  from  thee, 
And  go  at  thy  command. 

2  If  thou  shouldst  take  them  all  away, 

Yet  would  I  not  repine ; 
Before  they  were  possess'd  by  me. 
They  were  entirely  thine. 

3  Nor  would  I  drop  a  murm  ring  word, 

Though  all  the  world  were  gone, 
But  seek  enduring  happiness 
In  thee,  and  thee  alone. 


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4  My  soul  rejoices  to  pursue 

The  paths  of  truth  and  love, 
Till  glory  breaks  upon  my  view 
In  brighter  worlds  above. 


FALL  AND  DEPRAVITY  OF  MAN. 


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Primitive  State  of  Man.  L.  M. 

Adam  in  Paradise  was  placed, 
Our  natural  and  fed'ral  head  ; 
With  holiness  and  wisdom  graced, 
In  his  Creator's  image  made. 

2  Bless'd  with  the  joys  of  innocence, 
Upright  and  happy,  firm  he  stood ; 
Till  he  debas'd  himself  to  sense, 
And  ate  of  the  forbidden  food. 

3  His  soul  at  first,  a  holy  flame, 

Was  kindled  by  his  Maker's  breath ; 
But  stung  by  sin,  it  soon  became 
The  seat  of  darkness,  strife  and  death. 


>A  Original  and  Actual  Sin.  L.  M. 

Lord,  we  are  vile,  conceiv'd  in  sin, 
And  born  unholy  and  unclean ; 
Sprung  from  the  man  whose  guilty  fall 
Corrupts  his  race,  and  taints  us  all. 

2  Soon  as  we  draw  our  infant  breath 
The  seeds  of  sin  grow  up  for  death ; 
Thy  law  demands  a  perfect  heart, 
But  we're  defiled  in  every  part. 


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3  Behold,  we  fall  before  thy  face ; 
Our  only  refuge  is  thy  grace: 

No  outward  forms  can  make  us  clean ; 
The  leprosy  lies  deep  within. 

4  Nor  bleeding  bird,  nor  bleeding  beast, 
Nor  hyssop  branch,  nor  sprinkling  priest, 
Nor  running  brook,  nor  flood,  nor  sea, 
Can  wash  the  dismal  stain  away. 

5  Jesus,  thy  blood,  thy  blood  alone, 
Hath  power  sufficient  to  atone ; 

Thy  blood  can  make  us  white  as  snow ; 
No  Jewish  types  could  cleanse  us  so. 

6  While  guilt  disturbs  and  breaks  our  peace, 
No  flesh  nor  soul  hath  rest  or  ease ; 
Lord,  let  us  hear  thy  pardoning  voice, 
And  make  these  broken  hearts  rejoice. 


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By  Nature  all  Men  are  Sinners.     CM. 

Fools  in  their  hearts  believe  and  say 
That  all  religion's  vain ; 
There  is  no  God  that  reigns  on  high, 
Or  minds  th'  affairs  of  men. 

2  From  thoughts  so  dreadful  and  profane, 

Corrupt  discourse  proceeds ; 
And  in  their  impious  hands  are  found 
Abominable  deeds. 

3  By  nature  all  are  gone  astray, 

Their  practice  all  the  same; 
There's  none  that  fears  his  Maker's  hand, 
There's  none  that  loves  his  name. 

4  Their  tongues  are  used  to  speak  deceit, 

Their  slanders  never  cease; 
How  swift  to  mischief  are  their  feet, 
Nor  know  the  paths  of  peace ! 


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5  Such  seeds  of  sin,  that  bitter  root, 
In  every  heart  are  found: 
Nor  can  they  bear  diviner  fruit, 
Till  grace  refine  the  ground. 


Sin  Hereditary.  CM. 

When  Adam  sinned,  through  all  his  race 
The  dire  contagion  spread; 
Sickness  and  death  and  deep  disgrace 
Sprang  from  our  fallen  head. 

2  Satan  in  strong  and  heavy  chains 

Binds  the  deluded  soul, 
And  every  furious  passion  reigns 
Without  the  least  control. 

3  From  God  and  happiness  we  fly, 

To  earth  and  sense  confined, 
Lost  in  a  maze  of  misery, 
Yet  to  our  misery  blind. ' 

4  Whene'er  the  man  begins  his  race, 

The  criminal  appears, 
And  evil  habits  keep  their  pace 
With  our  increasing  years. 

5  Corruption  flows  through  all  our  veins, 

Our  moral  beauty's  gone, 
The  gold  is  fled,  the  dross  remains — 
0  sin,  what  hast  thou  done ! 

G  Jesus,  reveal  thy  pard'ning  grace, 

And  draw  our  souls  to  thee ; 

Thou  art  the  only  hiding-place, 

Where  ruined  souls  can  flee. 


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'  Deceitfidness  of  Sin.  C.  M. 

Six  has  a  thousand  treacherous  arts 
To  practise  on  the  mind; 
With  flattering  looks  she  tempts  our  hearts 
But  leaves  a  sting  behind. 
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FALL   AND   DEPRAVITY   OF   MAN. 


2  With  names  of  virtue  she  deceives 

The  aged  and  the  young  ; 
And  while  the  heedless  wretch  believes, 
She  makes  his  fetters  strong. 

3  She  pleads  for  all  the  joys  she  brings, 

And  gives  a  fair  pretence ; 
But  cheats  the  soul  of  heavenly  things, 
And  chains  it  down  to  sense. 

4  So  on  a  tree,  divinely  fair, 

Grew  the  forbidden  food  ; 
Our  mother  took  the  poison  there, 
And  tainted  all  her  blood. 


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Distemper,  Folly  and  Madness  of  Sin.    C.  M. 

Sin,  like  a  venomous  disease, 
Infects  our  vital  blood  ; 
The  only  balm  is  sovereign  grace, 
And  the  physician  God. 

2  We  lick  the  dust,  we  grasp  the  wind, 

And  solid  good  despise ; 

Such  is  the  folly  of  the  mind, 

Till  Jesus  makes  us  wise. 

3  Our  beauty  and  our  strength  are  fled, 

And  we  draw  near  to  death ; 
But  Christ,  the  Lord,  recalls  the  dead, 
With  his  almighty  breath. 

4  Madness,  by  nature,  reigns  within, 

The  passions  burn  and  rage, 
Till  God's  own  Son,  with  skill  divine, 
The  inward  fires  assuage. 

5  We  give  our  souls  the  wounds  <they  feel, 

We  drink  the  pois'nous  gall, 

And  rush  with  fury  down  to  hell ; 

But  Heaven  prevents  the  fall. 


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Total  Depravity.— Rom.  5 :  12.         C.  M. 

Backward,  with  humble  shame,  we  look 
On  our  original ; 
How  is  our  nature  dashed  and  broke 
In  our  first  father's  fall ! 

2  Conceived  in  sin,  0  wretched  state ! 

Before  we  draw  our  breath, 
The  first  young  pulse  begins  to  beat 
Depravity  and  death. 

3  To  all  that's  good  averse  and  blind, 

But  prone  to  all  that 's  ill ; 
What  dreadful  darkness  vails  our  mind ! 
How  obstinate  our  will ! 

4  Yet,  mighty  God,  thy  wondrous  love 

Can  make  our  nature  clean, 
While  Christ  and  grace  prevail  above 
The  tempter,  death,  and  sin. 

5  The  second  Adam  shall  restore 

The  ruins  of  the  first; 
Hosanna  to  that  sovereign  power 
That  new  creates  our  dust. 


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Corrupt  Nature  from  Adam.         C.  M. 

Blest  with  the  joys  of  innocence, 
Adam,  our  father,  stood, 
Till  he  debased  his  soul  to  sense, 
And  ate  th'  unlawful  food. 

2  Xow  we  are  born  a  sensual  race, 

To  sinful  joys  inclined; 
Reason  has  lost  its  native  place, 
And  flesh  enslaves  the  mind. 

3  While  flesh,  and  sense,  and  passion  reign, 

Sin  is  the  sweetest  good  ; 
We  fancy  music  in  our  chain, 
And  so  forget  the  load. 


4  Great  God,  renew  our  ruined  frame, 

Our  broken  powers  restore  ; 
Inspire  us  with  a  heavenly  flame, 
And  flesh  shall  reign  no  more. 

5  Eternal  Spirit,  write  thy  law 

Upon  our  inward  parts ; 
And  let  the  second  Adam  draw 
His  image  on  our  hearts. 


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THE  HOLY  SCRIPTURES. 

Value  of  the  Scriptures.  C.  M. 

How  precious  is  the  book  divine, 
By  inspiration  given ! 
Bright  as  a  lamp  its  doctrines  shine, 
To  guide  our  souls  to  heaven. 

2  It  sweetly  cheers  our  drooping  hearts, 

In  this  dark  vale  of  tears ; 
And  life,  and  light,  and  joy  imparts, 
And  banishes  our  fears. 

3  This  lamp,  through  all  the  tedious  night 

Of  life,  shall  guide  our  way ; 
Till  we  behold  the  clearer  light 
Of  an  eternal  day. 

Use  of  the  Bible.  M.  7s. 

Holt  Bible !  book  divine  ! 
Precious  treasure  !  thou  art  mine  ! 
Mine,  to  tell  me  whence  I  came ; 
Mine,  to  teach  me  what  I  am ; 

Mine,  to  chide  me  when  I  rove ; 
Mine,  to  show  a  Saviour's  love ; 
Mine  art  thou,  to  guide  my  feet ; 
Mine,  to  judge — condemn — acquit; 


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3  Mine,  to  comfort  in  distress, 
If  the  Holy  Spirit  bless ; 
Mine,  to  show  by  living  faith 
Man  can  triumph  over  death ; 

4  Mine,  to  tell  of  joys  to  come, 
And  the  rebel  sinner's  doom. 
0  thou  precious  book  divine ! 
Precious  treasure,  thou  art  mine ! 

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*A  The  Bible  a  Precious  Gift.         C.  M. 

Ihe  Bible  is  a  blessed  book, 
In  love  and  mercy  given ; 
A  kind  conducting  angel,  sent- 
To  guide  our  souls  to  heaven. 

2  Oh  Lord,  be  thou  my  better  part, 
And  may  my  Bible  be 

A  guardian  angel  to  my  heart, 
To  lead  my  soul  to  thee. 

3  Where'er  I  go,  in  joy  or  woe, 
Thy  grace,  Lord,  let  me  prove, 

That  I  may  still  obey  thy  will, 
And  thy  commandments  love. 


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Value  of  the  Bible.  C.  M. 

This  book  of  books  I'd  rather  own 
Than  all  the  gold  or  gems 
That  e'er  in  monarch's  coffers  shone- 
Than  all  their  diadems. 

2  Nay,  were  the  seas  one  chrysolite, 

The  earth  a  golden  ball 
And  diamonds  all  the  stars  of  night, 
This  book  were  worth  them  all. 

3  Without  a  doubt,  this  book  is  worth 

All  else  to  mortals  given ; 
For  what  are  all  the  joys  of  earth, 

Compared  to  joys  in  heaven? 
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4  This  is  the  guide  our  Father  gave, 
To  lead  to  realms  of  day  — 
A  star  whose  lustre  gilds  the  grave- 
"  The  life,  the  light,  the  way." 


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\    ■  O         The  Bible  Suited  to  our  Wants.     C.  M.  \ 
T?ather  of  mercies,  in  thy  word 
f    What  endless  glory  shines ! 
Forever  be  thy  name  adored, 
For  these  celestial  lines. 

\        2  'Tis  here  the  tree  of  knowledge  grows,         j 
And  yields  a  free  repast ; 
Here  purer  sweets  than  nature  knows,         | 
Invite  the  longing  taste. 

3  'Tis  here  the  Saviour's  welcome  voice 

Spreads  heavenly  peace  around, 
And  life,  and  everlasting  joys 
Attend  the  blissful  sound. 

4  Oh,  may  these  heavenly  pages  be 

My  ever-dear  delight ; 
And  still  new  beauties  may  I  see, 
And  still  increasing  light. 

I         5  Divine  Instructor,  gracious  Lord, 
\  Be  thou  forever  near  ; 

Teach  me  to  love  thy  sacred  word, 
And  view  my  Saviour  here. 


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The  Fullness  of  the  Bible.         C.  M. 

Lamp  of  our  feet!  whereby  we  trace 
Our  path,  when  wont  to  stray ; 
Stream  from  the  Fount  of  heav'nly  grace ! 
Brook  by  the  traveler's  way  ! 

2  Bread  of  our  souls !  whereon  we  feed ; 
True  manna  from  on  high ! 
Our  guide,  our  chart !  wherein  we  read 
Of  realms  beyond  the  sky. 


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Pillar  of  fire,  through  watches  dark ! 

Or  radiant  cloud  by  day ! 
When  waves  would  whelm  our  tossing  bark, 

Our  anchor  and  our  stay ! 

Childhood's  preceptor !  manhood's  trust ! 

Old  age's  firm  ally ! 
Our  hope,  when  we  go  down  to  dust, 

Of  immortality  ! 


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What  my  Bible  is.     P.  M.  8,8,8,4. 

My  Bible  !  'tis  a  book  divine, 
Where  heavenly  truth  and  mercy  shine, 
And  wisdom  speaks  in  every  line, 
And  speaks  to  me. 

2  My  Bible  !  in  this  book  alone 

I  find  God's  holy  will  made  known ; 
And  here  his  love  to  man  is  shown — 
His  love  to  me. 

3  My  Bible !  here  with  joy  I  trace 
The  records  of  redeeming  grace ; 
Glad  tidings  to  a  sinful  race : 

Good  news  to  me. 

4  My  Bible !  here  it  is  I  read 
How  Jesus  did  for  sinners  bleed ; 

0 !  that  most  wondrous  love  indeed ! 
Christ  bled  for  me ! 

5  My  Bible !  source  of  comfort  pure, 
To  those  who  trials  here  endure, 
The  hope  of  heaven  it  renders  sure ; 

Best  hope  for  me ! 

6  I  love  my  Bible !  may  I  e'er 
Consult  it  oft  with  faith  and  prayer, 
That  I  may  see  my  Saviour  there, 

Who  died  for  me ! 


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Safety  in  Keeping  God's  Precepts. 

How  perfect  is  thy  word ! 
Thy  judgments  all  are  just ; 
And  ever  in  thy  promise,  Lord, 
Man  may  securely  trust. 

I  hear  thy  word  in  love ; — 
In  faith  thy  word  obey ; 
0,  send  thy  Spirit  from  above, 
To  teach  me,  Lord,  thy  way. 

Thy  counsels  all  are  plain, 
Thy  precepts  all  are  pure ; 
And  long  as  heaven  and  earth  remain, 
Thy  truth  shall  still  endure. 

0,  may  my  soul,  with  joy, 
Trust  in  thy  faithful  word : 
Be  it  through  life  my  glad  employ, 
To  keep  thy  precepts,  Lord. 


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The  Bible  the  Light  of  the  World.      C.  M. 

What  glory  gilds  the  sacred  page? 
Majestic,  like  the  sun, 
It  gives  a  light  to  every  age ; 
It  gives,  but  borrows  none. 

2  The  power  that  gave  it  still  supplies 

The  gracious  light  and  heat ; 
Its  truths  upon  the  nations  rise : 
They  rise,  but  never  set. 

3  Lord !  everlasting  thanks  be  thine 

For  such  a  bright  display, 
As  makes  a  world  of  darkness  shine 
With  beams  of  heavenly  day. 


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Our  souls  rejoicingly  pursue 
The  steps  of  him  we  love, 

Till  glory  breaks  upon  our  view 
In  brighter  worlds  above. 


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Before  the  Reading  of  the  Scriptures.   C. 

Jesus,  my  Saviour  and  my  Lord, 
To  thee  I  lift  mine  eyes ; 
Teach  and  instruct  me  by  thy  word, 
And  make  me  truly  wise. 

2  Make  me  to  know  and  understand 

Thy  whole  revealed  will ; 
Fain  would  I  learn  to  comprehend 
Thy  love  more  clearly  still. 

3  Help  me  to  read  this  volume  o'er 

With  new  and  fresh  delight ; 

Help  me  to  love  its  Author  more, 

To  seek  thee  day  and  night. 

4  0,  let  it  purify  my  heart, 

And  guide  me  all  my  days; 
Its  wonders,  Lord,  to  me  impart, 
And  thou  shalt  have  the  praise. 


M. 


Value  and  Use  of  the  Bible.  M. 

Blessed  Bible,  precious  word  ! 
Boon  most  sacred  from  the  Lord ! 
Glory  to  his  name  be  given 
For  this  blessed  book  of  heav'n. 

2  'Tis  a  ray  of  purest  light, 
Beaming  through  the  depths  of  night ; 
Brighter  than  ten  thousand  gems 

Of  the  richest  diadems. 

3  'Tis  an  orb  more  radiant  far 
Than  the  fairest  evening  star ; 
Yea,  the  sun  outshining  ev'n, 
When  it  rides  midway  in  heav'n. 


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'58  THE   HOLY  SCRIPTURES. 

4  'Tis  a  fountain,  pouring  forth 
Streams  of  life  to  gladden  earth ; 
Whence  eternal  blessings  flow, 
Antidote  for  human  woe. 

5  'Tis  an  ocean,  vast  and  clear, 
In  which  rays  divine  appear, 
Bearing  freight,  the  choicest  store 
Ever  borne  the  wide  world  o'er. 

6  ;Tis  a  mine,  ay,  deeper,  too, 
Than  can  mortal  ever  go ; 
Search  we  may  for  many  years, 
Still  some  new  rich  gem  appears. 


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Precious  Bible.     P.  M.  8,7,8,7,7,7. 

Precious  Bible !  what  a  treasure 
Does  the  word  of  God  afford ! — 
All  I  want  for  life  or  pleasure, 

Food  and  medicine,  shield  and  sword. 
Let  the  world  account  me  poor ; 
Having  this,  I  need  no  more. 

2  Food  to  which  the  world's  a  stranger 

Here  my  hungry  soul  enjoys ; 
Of  excess  there  is  no  danger  ; 

Though  it  fills,  it  never  cloys.  i 

On  a  dying  Christ  I  feed ; 
He  is  meat  and  drink  indeed. 

3  In  the  hour  of  dark  temptation, 

Satan  cannot  make  me  yield ; 
For  the  word  of  consolation 

Is  to  me  a  mighty  shield. 
While  the  Scripture  truths  are  sure, 
From  his  malice  Fm  secure.  [ 

4  Vain  his  threats  to  overcome  me, 

When  I  take  the  Spirit's  sword ; 
Then  with  ease  I  drive  him  from  me ; 

Satan  trembles  at  his  word : 
'Tis  a  sword  for  conquest  made ; 
Keen  the  edge  and  strong  the  blade. 

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TYPES,  PEOPHECIES,  PROMISES. 

Ol  Types  of  Christ.     H.M.  6,6,6,0,8,8. 

Israel,  in  ancient  days, 
Xot  only  had  a  view 
Of  Sinai  in  a  blaze, 

But  learn'd  the  gospel,  too. 
The  types  and  figures  were  a  glass, 
In  which  they  saw  the  Saviour's  face. 

2  The  paschal  sacrifice, 

And  blood-besprinkled  door, 
Seen  with  enlightened  eyes, 

And  once  applied  with  pow'r, 
Would  teach  the  need  of  other  blood, 
To  reconcile  an  angry  God. 

3  The  lamb,  the  dove,  set  forth 

His  perfect  innocence, 
Whose  blood  of  matchless  worth 

Should  be  the  soul's  defence ; 
For  he,  who  can  for  sin  atone, 
Must  have  no  failing  of  his  own. 

4  The  scape-goat,  on  his  head, 

The  people's  trespass  bore, 
And  to  the  desert  led, 

Was  to  be  seen  no  more. 
In  him  our  surety  seemed  to  say, 
''Behold,  I  bear  your  sins  away." 

5  Dipp'd  in  his  fellow's  blood, 

The  living  bird  went  free  ; 
The  type,  well  understood, 
Expressed  the  sinner*!  plea; — 
Described  a  guilty  soul  enlarg'd, 
And  by  a  Saviour's  death  discharg'd. 


Jesus,  I  love  to  trace 

Throughout  the  sacred  page, 
The  footsteps  of  thy  grace, 
The  same  in  every  age  ! 
Oh,  grant  that  I  may  faithful  be 
To  clearer  light  vouchsaf  d  to  me. 


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Prophecy  and  Inspiration.  L.  M. 

TF  was  by  an  order  from  the  Lord, 

1  The  ancient  prophets  spoke  his  word ; 
His  Spirit  did  their  tongues  inspire, 
And  warmed  their  hearts  with  heavenly  fire. 

2  The  works  and  wonders  which  they  wrought, 
Confirmed  the  messages  they  brought ; 

The  prophet's  pen  succeeds  his  breath, 
To  save  the  holy  words  from  death. 

3  Great  God  !  mine  eyes  with  pleasure  look 
On  the  dear  volume  of  thy  book ; 

There  my  Redeemer's  face  I  see, 
And  read  his  name  who  died  for  me. 

4  Let  the  false  raptures  of  the  mind 
Be  lost  and  vanished  in  the  wind; 
Here  I  can  fix  my  hope  secure ; 
This  is  thy  word,  and  must  endure. 


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The  Promised  Seed.  L.  M. 

Behold  the  woman's  promised  seed ! 
Behold  the  great  Messiah  come ! 
Behold  the  prophets  all  agreed 
To  give  him  the  superior  room ! 

2  Abraham,  the  saint,  rejoiced  of  old, 
When  visions  of  the  Lord  he  saw ; 
Moses,  the  man  of  God,  foretold 
This  great  Fulfiller  of  his  law. 


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3  The  types  bore  witness  to  his  name, 
Obtained  their  chief  design  and  ceased- 
The  incense  and  the  bleeding  lamb, 
The  ark,  the  altar,  and  the  priest. 

4  Predictions  in  abundance  join, 

To  pour  their  witness  on  his  head : 
Jesus,  we  bow  before  thy  throne, 
And  own  thee  as  the  promised  seed. 


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Brazen  Serpent     Num.  21 :  8,  9.     C.  M. 

When  Israel's  sons,  a  murm'ring  race, 
Despised  their  heav'nly  bread, 
God  bade  his  fiery  serpents  fly, 
To  strike  the  rebels  dead. 


2  Swift,  like  an  arrow  through  the  air, 

The  baneful  reptiles  fly ; 
The  rebels  feel  the  deadly  wound, 
And  groan,  and  gasp,  and  die. 

3  A  part  still  live ;  but  0 !  what  looks, 

What  agonizing  pain ! 
The  fatal  poison  works  within, 
And  human  help  is  vain. 

4  Xow  Moses  feels  for  IsraePs  grief: 

To  God  fur  them  he  prays ; 
A  brazen  serpent  he  's  to  make, 
And  on  a  pole  to  raise. 

5  How  strange  the  means !  but  in  his  hand 

The  remedy  how  sure ! 
Xot  one  that  viewed  the  healing  brass 
But  found  immediate  cure. 

G  Thus  Jesus  on  the  sacred  cross 
Is  lifted  upon  high ; 
Sinners  now  look  to  him  by  faith, 

And  you  shall  never  die. 
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TYPES,    PROPHECIES,    PROMISES. 

The  Brazen  Serpent  a  Tijpe  of  Christ.  CM. 

So  did  the  Hebrew  prophet  raise 
The  brazen  serpent  high; 
The  wounded  felt  immediate  ease, 
The  camp  forbore  to  die. 

"Look  upward  in  the  dying  hour, 
And  live,'"  the  phophet  cries ; 

But  Christ  performs  a  nobler  cure, 
When  faith  lifts  up  her  eyes. 

High  on  the  cross  the  Saviour  hung, 
High  in  the  heavens  he  reigns  ; 

Here  sinners,  by  th'  old  serpent  stung, 
Look  and  forget  their  pains. 

When  God's  own  Son  is  lifted  up, 

A  dying  world  revives  ; 
The  Jew  beholds  the  glorious  hope, 

Th'  expiring  Gentile  lives. 


Substance  of  the  Levitical  Priesthood '.  CM. 

The  true  Messiah  now  appears  ; 
The  types  are  all  withdrawn : 
So  fly  the  shadows  and  the  stars 
Before  the  rising  dawn. 

2  The  smoking  sweet,  and  bleeding  lamb, 

The  kid  and  bullock  slain, 

And  costly  spice,  of  every  name, 

Would  all  be  burnt  in  vain. 

3  Aaron  must  lay  his  robes  away, 

His  mitre  and  his  vest, 
When  Christ  the  Lord,  comes  down  to  be 
The  offering  and  the  priest. 

4  He  took  our  mortal  flesh,  to  show 

The  wonders  of  his  love  ; 

For  us  he  paid  his  life  below, 

And  prays  for  us  above. 


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5  "  Forgive/7  he  cries,  "forgive  their  sins, 
For  I  myself  have  died ;" 
And  then  he  shows  his  opened  veins, 
And  pleads  his  wounded  side. 


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The  Promises.        H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

The  promises  I  sing, 
Which  sovereign  love  hath  spoke ; 
Nor  will  th'  eternal  King 
His  words  of  grace  revoke  : 
They  stand  secure  and  steadfast  still ; 
Not  Zion's  hill  abides  so  sure. 

The  mountains  melt  away, 

When  once  the  Judge  appears. 
And  sun  and  moon  decay, 
That  measure  mortal  years  ; 
But  still  the  same,  in  radiant  lines, 
The  promise  shines  through  all  the  flame. 

Their  harmony  shall  sound 

Through  my  attentive  ears, 
When  thunders  cleave  the  ground, 
And  dissipate  the  spheres : 
'Midst  all  the  shock  of  that  dread  scene 
I  stand  serene,  thy  word  my  rock. 


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John's  Ministry. 


C.  M. 


John  was  the  prophet  of  the  Lord, 
Ho  go  before  his  face; 
The  herald  which  the  Prince  of  peace 
Sent  to  prepare  his  ways. 


JOHN  S   MINISTRY   AND   BAPTISM. 

2  He  makes  the  great  salvation  known, 
He  speaks  of  pardon' d  sins; 

While  grace  divine,  and  heavenly  love, 
In  its  own  glory  shines. 

3  "Behold  the  Lamb  of  God/'  he  cries, 

"That  takes  our  guilt  away: 
I  saw  the  Spirit  o'er  his  head 
On  his  baptizing  day. 

4  The  heathen  realms  with  Israel's  land 

Shall  join  in  sweet  accord; 
And  all  that's  born  of  man  shall  see 
The  glory  of  the  Lord. 

5  Behold  the  Morning  Star  arise, 

Ye  that  in  darkness  sit; 
He  marks  the  path  that  leads  to  peace, 
And  guides  our  doubtful  feet." 


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John's  Ministry  and  Baptism.       C.  M 


Upon  the  banks  of  Jordan  stood 
The  great  reformer,  John, 
And  pointed  to  the  Lamb  of  God, 
The  long-expected  one. 

2  He  loud  proclaimed  the  coming  reign, 

And  told  them  to  reform, 
If  they  God's  favor  would  obtain, 
And  shun  the  gathering  storm. 

3  "  Forsake  your  sins,"  the  Baptist  said, 

"That  you  may  be  forgiv'n; 
Forsake  them  now,  and  be  immers'd, 
For  near's  the  reign  of  heav'n." 

4  Thus  did  the  man  of  God  prepare 

A  people  for  the  Lord ; 
To  him  did  all  the  Jews  repair, 
Who  trusted  in  his  word. 


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5  But  now  the  reign  of  God  has  come, 
That  reign  of  grace  below, 
And  Jesus  reigns  upon  God's  throne, 
Kemission  to  bestow. 

;       6  He  bids  all  nations  look  to  him, 
As  Prince  of  life  and  peace ; 
And  offers  pardon  to  all  them 
Who  now  accept  his  grace. 

[REDEMPTION  THROUGH  CHRIST. 

£7U                  Christ's  Commission.              CM. 

poME,  happy  souls,  approach  your  God, 
\J  With  new  melodious  songs  ; 
Come,  tender  to  Almighty  grace, 
The  tributes  of  your  tongues. 

2  So  strange,  so  boundless  was  the  love 
That  pitied  dying  men, 
The  Father  sent  his  equal  Son 
To  give  them  life  again. 

3  Thy  hands,  dear  Jesus,  were  not  arm'd 
With  a  revenging  rod, 
No  hard  commission  to  perform 
The  vengeance  of  a  God. 

j        4  But  all  was  mercy,  all  was  mild, 
And  wrath  forsook  the  throne, 
When  Christ  on  the  kind  errand  came, 
And  brought  salvation  down. 

5   Here,  sinners  you  may  heal  your  wounds 
And  wipe  your  sorrows  dry; 
Trust  in  the  mighty  Saviours  name, 

And  you  shall  never  die. 
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See  dearest  Lord,  our  willing  souls 

Accept  thine  offered  grace  ; 
We  bless  the  great  Redeemer's  love, 

And  give  the  Father  praise. 

God's  Eternal  Love.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8 

Ofor  a  shout  of  joy, 
Loud  as  the  theme  we  sing ! 
To  this  divine  employ 

Your  hearts  and  voices  bring ; 
Sound,  sound  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  love,  th/  eternal  love  of  God ! 

!       Unnumbered  myriads  stand 
Of  seraphs  bright  and  fair, 
Or  bow  at  his  right  hand, 

And  pay  their  homage  there ; 
But  strive  in  vain  with  loudest  chord, 
To  sound  the  love  of  Christ  the  Lord. 

Yet  sinners,  saved  by  grace, 

In  songs  of  lower  key, 
In  every  age  and  place, 
Have  sung  the  mystery ; 
Have  told  in  strains  of  sweet  accord, 
The  love,  the  love  of  Christ  the  Lord. 

0  for  a  shout  of  joy, 

Loud  as  the  theme  we  sing ! 
To  this  divine  employ 
Your  hearts  and  voices  bring ; 
Sound,  sound  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  love,  th'  eternal  love  of  God. 


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Redemption  by  Christ.  C.  M. 

When  the  first  parents  of  our  race 
RebelPd  and  lost  their  God, 
And  the#infection  of  their  sin 
Had  tainted  all  our  blood ; 


REDExMPTION   THROUGH    CHRIST. 

2  Infinite  pity  touched  the  heart 

Of  the  eternal  Son ; 
Descending  from  the  heavenly  court, 
He  left  his  Father's  throne. 

3  Aside  the  Prince  of  glory  threw 

His  most  divine  array, 
And  wrapp'd  his  Godhead  in  a  veil 
Of  our  inferior  clay. 

4  His  living  power  and  d}ring  love 

Redeemed  unhappy  men, 
And  raised  the  ruins  of  our  race 
To  life  and  God  again. 

5  To  thee,  dear  Lord,  our  flesh  and  soul 

We  joyfully  resign ; 
Blest  Jesus,  take  us  for  thy  own, 
For  we  are  doubly  thine. 


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Christ1  s  Amazing  Love.  CM 

PLUNGED  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair, 
We  wretched  sinners  lay, 
Without  one  cheering  beam  of  hope, 
Or  spark  of  glimmering  day. 

2  With  pitying  eyes  the  Prince  of  peace 

Beheld  our  helpless  grief; 
He  saw,  and  (0  amazing  love!) 
He  came  to  our  relief. 

3  Down  from  the  shining  seats  above, 

With  joyful  haste  he  fled ; 
Entered  the  grave  in  mortal  flesh, 
And  dwelt  among  the  dead. 

4  0  for  this  love  let  rocks  and  hills 

Their  lasting  silence  break, 
And  all  harmonious  human  tongues 
The  Saviour's  praises  speak. 

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5  Angels,  assist  our  mighty  joys ; 
Strike  all  your  harps  of  gold ; 
But  when  you  raise  your  highest  notes, 
His  love  can  ne'er  be  told. 


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Christ's  Mediation.  S.  M. 

T)  aise  your  triumphant  songs 
xi  To  an  immortal  tune ; 
Let  the  wide  earth  resound  the  deeds 
Celestial  grace  has  done. 

Sing  how  Eternal  Love 
Its  chief  Beloved  chose, 
And  bid  him  raise  our  ruin'd  race 
From  their  abyss  of  woes. 

His  hand  no  thunder  bears, 
No  terror  clothes  his  brow, 
No  bolts  to  drive  our  guilty  souls 
To  fiercer  flames  below. 

'T  was  mercy  fill'd  the  throne, 
And  wrath  stood  silent  by, 
When  Christ  was  sent  with  pardons  down 
To  rebels  doom'd  to  die. 

Now,  sinners,  dry  your  tears, 
Let  hopeless  sorrow  cease ; 
Bow  to  the  sceptre  of  his  love, 
And  take  the  offered  peace. 

Salvation  by  Grace.  S.  M. 

Grace  !  'tis  a  charming  sound, 
Harmonious  to  the  ear ! 
Heaven  with  the  echo  shall  resound, 
And  all  the  earth  shall  hear. 

Grace  first  contrived  the  way 
To  save  rebellious  man ; 
And  all  the  steps  that  grace  display 
Which  drew  the  wondrous  plan. 

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Grace  led  my  roving  feet 
To  tread  the  heavenly  road ; 
And  new  supplies  each  hour  I  me^t 
While  pressing  on  to  God. 

Grace  all  the  work  shall  crown, 
Through  everlasting  days ; 
It  lays  in  heaven  the  topmost  stone, 
And  well  deserves  the  praise. 


The  Love  of  Christ.  C.  M. 

How  condescending  and  how  kind 
Was  God's  eternal  Son ! 
Our  niis'ry  reached  his  heavenly  mind, 
And  pity  brought  him  down. 

2  When  justice,  by  our  sins  provoked, 

Drew  forth  its  dreadful  sword, 
He  gave  his  soul  up  to  the  stroke, 
Without  a  murmuring  word. 

3  He  sunk  beneath  our  heavy  woes, 

To  raise  us  to  his  throne ; 
There's  ne'er  a  gift  his  hand  bestows 
But  cost  his  heart  a  groan. 

4  This  was  compassion  like  a  God, 

That  though  the  Saviour  knew 
The  price  of  pardon  was  his  blood, 
His  pity  ne'er  withdrew. 

5  Now,  though  he  reigns  exalted  high, 

His  love  is  still  as  great; 

Well  he  remembers  Calvary, 

Nor  lets  his  saints  forget. 


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Christ's  Humiliation.  C.  M. 

And  did  the  Holy  and  the  Just, — 
The  Sov'reign  of  the  skies, — 
Stoop  down  to  wretchedness  and  dust, 
That  guilty  man  mi -lit  rise? 


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2  Yes,  the  Redeemer  left  his  throne, 
His  radiant  throne  on  high — 
Surprising  mercy !  love  unknown ! — 
To  suffer,  bleed,  and  die. 

|         3  To  dwell  with  mis'ry  here  below, 
The  Saviour  left  the  skies, 
And  sunk  to  wretchedness  and  wo, 
That  guilty  man  might  rise. 

\         4  He  took  the  dying  sinner's  place, 
And  suffered  in  his  stead ; 

For  sinful  man — 0  wondrous  grace  ! — 
J  For  sinful  man  he  bled. 

\         5  0  Lord,  what  heavenly  wonders  dwell 
In  thine  atoning  blood ! 
By  this  are  sinners  saved  from  hell, 
And  rebels  brought  to  God. 


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Redemption  through  Christ.         L.  M. 

Glory  to  God  !  who  reigns  above, 
Who  dwells  in  light,  whose  name  is  love !  \ 
Ye  saints  and  angels,  if  ye  can, 
Declare  the  love  of  God  to  man. 

2  0,  what  can  more  this  love  commend, 
Than  his  dear,  only  Son  to  send, 
That  man,  condemned  to  die,  might  live, 
And  God  be  glorious  to  forgive ! 

3  Messiah's  come — with  joy  behold 
The  days  by  prophets  long  foretold : 
Judah,  thy  royal  sceptre's  broke ; 
And  time  still  proves  that  Jacob  spoke. 

4  Daniel,  thy  weeks  are  all  expired, — 
The  time  prophetic  seals  required ; 
Cut  off  for  sins,  but  not  his  own, 
Thy  Prince,  Messiah,  did  atone. 


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REDEMPTION    THROUGH   CHRIST. 


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5  We  see  the  prophecies  fulfilPd 

In  Jesus,  that  most  wondrous  child  ; 
His  birth,  his  life,  his  death,  combine 
To  prove  his  character  divine. 

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CM. 


Man's  Recovery  from  Ruin. 

How  sad  our  state  by  nature  is ! 
Our  sin  how  deep  it  stains ! 
And  Satan  binds  our  captive  minds 
Fast  in  his  slavish  chains. 

2  But  there's  a  voice  of  sovereign  grace 

Sounds  from  the  sacred  word ; 
"Ho!  ye  despairing  sinners,  come, 
And  trust  upon  the  Lord." 

3  My  soul  obeys  th'  almighty  call, 

And  runs  to  this  relief: 
I  would  believe  thy  promise,  Lord, 
0,  help  my  unbelief. 

4  To  the  dear  fountain  of  thy  blood, 

Incarnate  God,  I  fly ; 
Here  let  me  wash  my  spotted  soul, 
From  crimes  of  deepest  dye. 

5  A  guilty,  weak,  and  helpless  worm, 

On  thy  kind  arms  I  fall ; 
Be  thou  my  strength  and  righteousness, 
My  Jesus,  and  my  all. 


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Man's  Depravity  and  Recovery. 

Alas  !  by  nature  how  depraved, 
How  prone  to  every  ill ; 
Our  lives  to  Satan  how  enslaved, 
How  obstinate  our  will ! 

2  And  can  such  sinners  be  restored, 
Such  rebels  reconciled? 
Can  grace  itself  the  means  afford 
To  make  a  foe  a  child  ? 


C.  M. 


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72       REDEMPTION   THROUGH   CHRIST. 


3  Yes,  grace  has  found  the  wondrous  means, 

Which  shall  effectual  prove, 
To  cleanse  us  from  our  countless  sins, 
And  teach  our  hearts  to  love. 

4  Jesus  for  sinners  undertakes, 

And  dies  that  we  may  live ; 
His  blood  a  full  atonement  makes, 
And  cries  aloud,  "Forgive." 

5  The  Holy  Spirit  must  reveal 

The  Saviour's  work  and  worth  : 
Then  the  hard  heart  begins  to  feel 
A  new  and  heavenly  birth. 

6  Thus  bought  with  blood,  and  born  again, 

Redeemed  and  saved  by  grace, 

Rebels  in  God's  own  house  obtain 

A  son's  and  daughter's  place. 


101 


Rejoicing  in  Jesus.  M.  7s. 

"VTow  begin  the  heav'nly  theme, 
±\    Sing  aloud  in  Jesus'  name ; 
Ye  who  Jesus'  kindness  prove, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  love. 

2  Ye  who  see  the  Father's  grace, 
Beaming  in  the  Saviour's  face, 
As  to  Canaan  on  you  move, 
Praise  and  bless  redeeming  love. 

3  Mourning  souls,  dry  up  your  tears, 
Banish  all  your  guilty  fears ; 

See  your  guilt  and  curse  remove — 
Cancell'd  by  redeeming  love. 

4  Ye,  alas !  who  long  have  been 
Willing  slaves  of  death  and  sin, 
Now  from  bliss  no  longer  rove, 
Stop  and  taste  redeeming  love. 


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REDEMPTION    THROUGH    CHRIST. 

5  Welcome,  all  by  sin  opprest — 
Welcome  to  his  sacred  rest ; 
Nothing  brought  him  from  above, 
Nothing  but  redeeming  love ! 

6  Hither,  then,  your  music  bring, 
Strike  aloud  each  joyful  string; 
Mortals,  join  the  hosts  above — 
Join  to  praise  redeeming  love. 


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Christ's  Redeeming  Work,  L.  M. 

hen  Christ,at  Heav'n's  command,alone 
Arose  and  left  his  Father's  throne, 
Redeeming  work  to  do  he  came, 
And  guardian  angels  knew  the  same: — 
"Go  die,  my  Son,  my  Son,  go  suffer  pain, 
And  then  return  to  me  again." 

2  See  Jesus  climb  up  Calvary's  hill, 
To  do  his  Father's  blessed  will ; 

See !  how  with  spears  they  pierce  amain, 
His  precious  side — he  dies  in  pain. 

"Go,  die,  my  Son,  my  Son,  go  suffer  pain, 

And  then  return  to  me  again." 

3  "  Arise  my  son,  once  more  obey — 
Go,  angels  roll  the  stone  away. 
My  Son  is  coming  back  again, 
And  shall  with  me  forever  reign." 

Now  reign  thou  great  Redeemer,  reign  on  high, 
In  glory,  pow'r  and  majesty. 


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The  Incarnate  God.  C.  M 


Come,  Holy  Ghost,  inspire  our  songs 
With  thine  immortal  flame ; 
Enlarge  our  hearts,  and  loose  our  tongues, 
To  praise  the  Saviour's  name. 
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74      REDEMPTION   THROUGH   CHRIST. 


2  How  great  the  riches  of  his  grace! 

He  left  his  throne  above, 
And,  swift  to  save  our  ruin'd  race, 
He  flew  on  wings  of  love. 

3  Now  pardon,  life,  and  joys  divine, 

In  rich  abundance  flow, 
For  guilty  rebels,  dead  in  sin, 
And  doomed  to  endless  woe. 

4  Th'  almighty  Former  of  the  skies 

Stoop' d  to  our  low  abode; 
While  angels  viewed  with  wond'ring  eyes, 
And  hailed  th'  incarnate  God. 

5  Renew  our  souls  with  heavenly  strength, 

That  we  may  fully  prove 
The  height,  and  depth,  and  breadth,  and  length 
Of  such  transcendent  love. 


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Behold  the  Gift  of  God! 


S.  M. 


Behold  the  gift  of  God ! 
Sinners,  adore  his  name, 
Who  shed  for  us  his  precious  blood, 
Who  bore  our  curse  and  shame. 

Behold  the  living  bread, 
Which  Jesus  came  to  give, 
By  dying  in  the  sinner's  stead, 
That  he  might  ever  live. 

Behold  a  Saviour's  love, 
Who  gives  his  flesh  to  eat ; 
Never  did  angels  taste  above, 
Provisions  half  so  sweet. 

The  Lord  delights  to  give ; 
He  knows  you've  naught  to  buy ; 
To  Jesus  haste — this  bread  receive, 
And  you  shall  never  die. 


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Redemption.     P.  M.  8,8,8,8,8,4. 
ail!  mighty  and  victorious  Lord! 


Worthy  art  thou  to  be  ador'd, 
Who  long  before  time's  round  began, 
Laid  the  vast,  wise  and  wondrous  plan, 
To  ransom  every  chosen  man 
To  endless  day. 

2  This  is  the  grace  which  cheers  my  heart, 
Eemoves  my  pain  and  soothes  my  smart, 
That  Jesus  bore  my  sins  away, 

While  hanging  on  th'  accursed  tree, 
That  with  him,  I  might  happy  be 
In  endless  day. 

3  To  him,  and  none  but  him,  I'll  fly, 
That  ark  of  safety  ever  nigh, 

0,  that  my  soul  may  humbly  sit, 
Like  Mary,  at  my  Saviour's  feet, 
And  hold  with  him  communion  sweet 
To  endless  day. 

4  Ye  heav'nly  soldiers,  still  press  on, 
In  Jesus  see  the  conquest  won ! 
Bright  palms  of  vict'ry  you  shall  bare, 
And  crowns  of  glory  ever  wear, 

And  in  his  kingdom  have  a  share 
To  endless  day. 

5  There  shall  we  in' full  chorus  join, 
Where  saints  and  angels  all  combine, 
To  sing  of  his  redeeming  love ; 
When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move, 
Jesus  shall  be  our  theme  above 

To  endless  day. 


CHRIST'S  INCARNATION. 

1UO  Nativity  of  the  Saviour.  M.  7s. 

Hark  ! — the  herald  angels  sing, 
"  Glory  to  the  new-born  King! 
Peace  on  earth,  and  mercy  mild, 
God  and  sinners  reconciled ! " 

2  Joyful,  all  ye  nations,  rise, 
Join  the  triumph  of  the  skies ; 
With  th'  angelic  host  proclaim, 
"Christ  is  born  in  Bethlehem I" 

3  See,  he  lays  his  glory  by, 
Born,  that  man  no  more  may  die, 
Born,  to  raise  the  sons  of  earth, 
Born,  to  give  them  second  birth. 

4  Hail  the  heav'nly  Prince  of  peace ! 
Hail  the  Sun  of  righteousness ! 
Light  and  life  to  all  he  brings, 
Bis'n  with  healing  in  his  wings. 

5  Let  us  then  with  angels  sing, 
"Glory  to  the  new-born  King: 
Peace  on  earth,  and  mercy  mild, 
God  and  sinners  reconciled !  " 


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Birth  of  Christ.  C.  M. 

Mortals,  awake,  with  angels  join, 
And  chant  the  solemn  lay ; 
Joy,  love  and  gratitude  combine, 
To  hail  th'  auspicious  day. 

2  In  heaven  the  rapt'rous  song  began, 
And  sweet  seraphic  fire 
Through  all  the  shining  legions  ran, 
And  strung  and  tuned  the  lyre. 


3  Swift  through  the  vast  expanse  it  flew, 

And  loud  the  echo  roll'd  ; 
The  theme,  the  song,  the  joy  was  new, 
'Twas  more  than  heav'n  could  hold. 

4  Down  through  the  portals  of  the  sky 

Th'  impetuous  torrent  ran ; 
And  angels  flew  with  eager  joy, 
To  bear  the  news  to  man. 

5  Hark !  the  cherubic  armies  shout, 

And  glory  leads  the  song ; 
Good  will  and  peace  are  heard  throughout 
TV  harmonious  heavenly  throng. 

6  With  joy  the  chorus  we'll  repeat, 

"  Glory  to  God  on  high ! 
Good  will  and  peace  are  now  complete — 
Jesus  was  born  to  die  ! " 

7  Hail !  Prince  of  life !  forever  hail ! 

Redeemer — brother — friend  ! 
Though  earth,  and  time,  and  life  shall  fail, 
Thy  praise  shall  never  end. 


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Nativity  of  Christ.  C.  M. 

While  shepherds  watched  their  flocks  ln- 
night, 
All  seated  on  the  ground, 
The  angel  of  the  Lord  came  down, 
And  glory  shone  around. 

2  "Fear  not,"  said  he,  for  mighty  dread 

Had  seized  their  troubled  mind; 
"Glad  tidings  of  great  joy  I  bring 
To  you  and  all  mankind. 

3  To  you,  in  David's  town,  this  day, 

Is  born  of  David's  line, 
The  Saviour,  who  is  Christ  the  Lord  • 

And  this  shall  be  the  sign: 
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CHRIST  S  INCARNATION 


4  The  heavenly  babe  you  there  shall  find, 

To  human  view  displayed, 
All  meanly  wrapp'd  in  swaddling  bands, 
And  in  a  manger  laid." 

5  Thus  spake  the  seraph,  and  forthwith 

Appeared  a  shining  throng 
Of  angels,  praising  God,  who  thus 
Addressed  their  joyful  song: 

6  "  All  glory  be  to  God  on  high, 

And  to  the  earth  be  peace ; 
Good  will  henceforth,  from  heav'n  to  men, 
Begin  and  never  cease." 


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The  Prince  of  Peace.  C.  M. 

To  us  a  child  of  hope  is  born, 
To  us  a  Son  is  given  ; 
Him  shall  the  tribes  of  earth  obey — 
Him  all  the  hosts  of  heaven. 

2  His  name  shall  be  the  Prince  of  peace, 

Forever  more  adored, — 
The  Wonderful,  the  Counsellor, 
The  great  and  mighty  Lord. 

3  His  power,  increasing,  still  shall  spread ; 

His  reign  no  end  shall  know ; 
Justice  shall  guard  his  throne  above, 
And  peace  abound  below. 

4  To  us  a  child  of  hope  is  born, 

To  us  a  Son  is  given : 
The  Wonderful,  the  Counsellor, 
The  mighty  Lord  of  heaven. 


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Humiliation  and  Clmracter  of  Christ.  M.Ts. 

Bright  and  joyful  was  the  morn, 
When  to  us  a  child  was  born ; 
From  the  highest  realms  of  heav'n 
Unto  us  a  Son  was  giv'n. 


Christ's  incarnation.         79 

2  On  his  shoulder  he  shall  bear 
Pow'r  and  majesty — and  wear 
On  his  vesture  and  his  thigh 
Names  most  awful — names  most  high. 

3  Wonderful  in  counsel  he, 
Christ,  th'  incarnate  Deity, 
Sire  of  ages  ne'er  to  cease, 
King  of  kings,  and  Prince  of  peace. 

4  Come  and  worship  at  his  feet, 
Yield  to  him  the  homage  meet ; 
From  his  manger  to  his  throne, 
Homage  due  to  God  alone. 


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Design  of  Christ's  Advent.         CM. 

Hark  !  the  glad  sound,  the  Saviour  comes ! 
The  Saviour  promised  long ! 
Let  every  heart  prepare  a  throne, 
And  every  voice  a  song. 

2  He  comes — the  prisoner  to  release, 

In  Satan's  bondage  held ; 
The  gates  of  brass  before  him  burst, 
The  iron  fetters  yield. 

3  He  comes — from  darkening  scales  of  vice 

To  clear  the  inward  sight ; 
And  on  the  eye-balls  of  the  blind 
To  pour  celestial  light. 

4  He  comes — the  broken  heart  to  bind, 

The  bleeding  soul  to  cure ; 
And  with  the  treasures  of  his  grace 
T'  enrich  the  humble  poor. 

5  Our  glad  hosannas,  Prince  of  peace, 

Thy  welcome  shall  proclaim ; 
And  heaven's  eternal  arches  ring 
With  thy  beloved  name. 


CHRIST  S   INCARNATION. 


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Star  of  the  East.     P.  M.  11,10,11,10. 

Hail  the  blest  morn !  when  the  great  Mediator 
Down  from  the  regions  of  glory  descends ! 
Shepherds,  go  worship  the  babe  in  the  manger — 
Lo !  for  your  guide  the  bright  angel  attends. 
Brightest  and  best  of  the  sons  of  the  morning, 
Dawn  on  our  darkness  and  lend  us  thine  aid ; 
Star  of  the  east,  the  horizon  adorning, 
Guide  where  our  infant  Redeemer  is  laid. 

2  Cold  on  his  cradle  the  dew  drops  are  shining ; 
Low  lies  his  head  with  the  beasts  of  the  stall: 
Angels  adore  him,  in  slumbers  reclining, 
Maker  and  monarch,  and  Saviour  of  all. 

Brightest,  &c. 

3  Say,  shall  we  yield  him,  in  costly  devotion, 
Odors  of  Eden,  and  ofFrings  divine ; 

Gems  from  the  mountain,  and  pearls  from  the 

ocean, 
Myrrh  from  the  forest,  and  gold  from  the  mine. 

Brightest,  &c. 

4  Vainly  we  offer  each  ample  oblation, 
Vainly  with  gold  would  his  favor  secure, 
Richer  by  far  is  the  heart's  adoration, 
Dearer  to  God  are  the  pray'rs  of  the  poor. 

Brightest,  &c. 

;  5  Low  at  his  feet,  we  in  humble  prostration 
Lose  all  our  sorrow,  and  trouble  and  strife, 
There  we  receive  his  divine  consolation, 
Flowing  afresh  from  the  fountain  of  life. 
Brightest,  &c. 

6  He  is  our  friend  in  the  midst  of  temptation, 
Faithful  supporter  whose  love  cannot  fail, 
Rock  of  our  refuge  and  hope  of  salvation, 
Guide  to  direct  us  thro'  death's  gloomy  vale. 
Brightest,  (Sec. 

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j  llO  The  Infant  Mfiawr.         M.  lle<&  10s. 

TTitiier,  ye  faithful,  haste  in  songs  of  triumph, 
11  To  Bethlehem  go,  the  Lord  of  life  to  meet ; 
To  you  this  day  is  bona  a  Prince  and  Saviour: 
0  come,  and  let  us  worship  at  his  feet! 

1 2  0  Jesus,  for  such  wondrous  condescension 

,;     Our  praise  and  reverence  are  an  ofFring  meet ; 

Now  is  theWord  made  flesh,  and  dwells  among  us ;  \ 
\     0  come,  and  let  us  worship  at  his  feet ! 

J  3  Shout  his  almighty  name,  ye  choirs  of  angels: 
j     Let  the  celestial  courts  his  praise  repeat ; 

Unto  our  God  be  glory  in  the  highest : 
■     0  come,  and  let  us  worship  at  his  feet ! 

■ 

114      Chrises  Incarnation.      II.  M.  6,6,6,0,8,8. 

A  what  a  blessed  morn, 
\j   That  brought  the  news  from  heaven : 
"To  us  a  child  is  horn, 
To  us  a  Son  is  given  ! " 
The  sweetest  news  that  ever  came, 
j         "We'll  sing,  tho'  all  the  world  should  blame. 

I     2       The  long-expectod  morn 

Has  dawned  upon  the  earth ; 
The  Saviour,  Christ,  is  bom] 
And  angels,  sing  his  birth; — 
We'll  join  the  bright  Beraphic  throng, 
We'll  share  their  joys,  and  swell  their  song. 

\     3       0 'tis  a  lofty  theme! 

Supplied  by  angels'  tongues; 
All  other  subjects  Beem 
Unworthy  of  our  songs. 
This  sacred  theme  has  boundless  charms, 
It  fills — it  captivates — it  warms. 


82  Christ's  incarnation. 


Now  sing  of  peace  divine, 

Sing  of  good-will  to  man ; 
No  wisdom,  Lord,  but  thine, 
Could  form  the  gracious  plan ; 
Could  find  a  way  to  save  the  lost, 
Thyself  not  ceasing  to  be  just. 

Give  praise  to  God  on  high, 

With  angels  round  his  throne ; 
Give  praise  to  God  with  joy ; 
Give  praise  to  God  alone ; 
;Tis  meet  his  saints  their  songs  should  raise, 
And  give  the  Saviour  endless  praise. 


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Titles  and  Kingdom  of  Christ.       S.  M. 
"Dejoice  in  Jesus'  birth! 
J-V  To  us  a  Son  is  given ; 
To  us  a  child  is  born  on  earth, 

Who  made  both  earth  and  heaven ! 

He  reigns  above  the  sky, 
The  universe  sustains ; 
The  God  supreme,  the  Lord  most  high, 
The  King  Messiah  reigns ! 

Th'  almighty  God  is  he, 
Author  of  heavenly  bliss ; 
The  Father  of  eternity, 

The  glorious  Prince  of  peace ! 

His  government  shall  grow — 
From  strength  to  strength  proceed ; 
His  righteousness  the  church  overflow, 
And  all  the  earth  overspread. 

Rejoice  in  God  our  King! 
His  name  we  will  adore ; 
Let  heav'n  and  earth  unite  to  sing, 
And  triumph  evermore. 


HIS  NAMES  AND  CHAKACTERS. 


The  Name  of  Jesus.  0.  M. 

Jesus,  the  name  high  over  all, 
In  hell,  or  earth,  or  sky  ; 
Angels  and  men  before  it  fall, 
And  devils  fear  and  fly. 

2  Jesus,  the  name  to  sinners  dear, — 

The  name  to  sinners  giv'n ; 

It  scatters  all  their  guilty  fears ; 

It  turns  their  hell  to  heaven. 

3  0,  that  the  world  might  taste  and  see 

The  riches  of  his  grace ! 
The  arms  of  love  that  compass  me, 
Would  all  mankind  embrace. 

4  His  only  right'ousness  I  show, 

His  saving  truth  proclaim ; 
;Tis  all  my  business  here  below, 
To  cry,  "Behold  the  Lamb!" 

5  Happy,  if  with  my  latest  breath, 

I  may  but  gasp  his  name! 
Preach  him  to;  all,  and  cry,  in  death, 
"Behold,  behold  the  Lambl" 


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Christ  the  Sovereign  Saviour,      L.  M. 

Jehovah  speaks!  let  Israel  hear; 
Let  all  the  earth  rejoice  and  fear, 
While  (rod's  eternal  Son  proclaims 
His  sovereign  honors  and  his  names. 

2  "  I  am  the  last,  and  1  I 

Saviour  God,  and  God  the  just ; 

There's  none  besides  pretends  to  show 
Such  justice,  and  salvation  too. 


'O. 


84       HIS   NAMES   AND   CHARACTERS. 


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3  "  Ye,  who  in  shades  of  darkness  dwell, 
Just  on  the  verge  of  death  and  hell, 
Look  up  to  me  from  distant  lands, — 
Light,  life  and  heaven  are  in  my  hands. 

4  "I  by  my  holy  name  have  sworn, — 
Nor  shall  the  word  in  vain  return ; — 
To  me  shall  all  things  bend  the  knee, 
And  every  soul  submissive  be. 

5  "In  me  alone,  shall  men  confess, 

Lies  all  their  strength  and  right' ousness ; 
But  such  as  dare  despise  my  name, 
I'll  clothe  them  with  eternal  shame. 

6  "  In  me,  the  Lord,  shall  all  the  seed 
Of  Israel  from  their  sins  be  freed : 
And  by  their  shining  graces  prove 
Their  int'rest  in  my  pard'ning  love." 


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The  Name  of  Jesus  Precious.  CM. 

Jesus  !  I  love  thy  charming  name, 
'Tis  music  to  my  ear; 
Fain  would  I  sound  it  out  so  loud, 
That  earth  and  heav'n  might  hear. 

2  Yes,  thou  art  precious  to  my  soul, 
My  transport  and  my  trust ; 

Jewels  to  thee  are  gaudy  toys, 
And  gold  but  sordid  dust. 

3  All  my  capacious  pow'rs  can  wish, 
la  thee  doth  richly  meet; 

Nor  to  my  eyes  is  light  so  dear, 
Nor  friendship  half  so  sweet. 

4  Thy  grace  shall  dwell  upon  my  heart, 
And  shed  its  fragrance  there ; 

The  noblest  balm  of  all  its  wounds, 
The  cordial  of  its  care. 


HIS   NAMES   AND    CHARACTERS.        85  ®\ 

5  I'll  speak  the  honors  of  thy  name 
With  my  last  lab'ring  breath ; 
And,  dying,  triumph  in  thy  cross, 
The  antidote  of  death. 


119 


Preciousness  of  the  Saviour.         C.  M. 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds 
In  a  believer's  ear  ! 
It  soothes  his  sorrows,  heals  his  wounds, 
And  drives  away  his  fear. 

2  It  makes  the  wounded  spirit  whole, 

And  calms  the  troubled  breast ; 
'Tis  manna  to  the  hungry  soul, 
And  to  the  weary  rest. 

3  Jesus  !  my  shepherd,  husband,  friend, 

My  prophet,  priest  and  king ; 
My  Lord,  my  life,  my  way,  my  end  ; 
Accept  the  praise  I  bring. 

4  Weak  is  the  effort  of  my  heart, 

And  cold  my  warmest  thought : 
But  when  I  see  thee  as  thou  art, 
I'll  praise  thee  as  I  ought. 

5  Till  then  I  would  thy  love  proclaim 

With  every  fleeting  breath ; 
And  may  the  music  of  thy  name 
Refresh  my  soul  in  death. 


120 


God's  Love  in  Clirist.  CM. 

The  Saviour  !  0  what  endless  charms 
Dwell  in  the  blissful  sound! 
Its  influence  every  fear  disarms, 
And  spreads  sweet  peace  around. 


86       HIS   NAMES   AND   CHARACTERS. 


2  Here  pardon,  life  and  joys  divine, 

In  rich  effusions  flow, 
For  guilty  rebels,  lost  in  sin, 
And  doomed  to  endless  woe. 

3  0 !  the  rich  depths  of  love  divine ! 

Of  bliss  a  boundless  store  ! 
Dear  Saviour,  let  me  call  thee  mine ; 
I  cannot  wish  for  more. 

4  On  thee  alone  my  hope  relies  ; 

Beneath  thy  cross  I  fall ; 
My  Lord,  my  life,  my  sacrifice, 
My  Saviour,  and  my  all. 


121 


The  Star  of  Bethlehem.  L.  M. 

When  marshalled  on  the  nightly  plain, 
The  glittering  host  bestud  the  sky ; 
One  star  alone,  of  all  the  train, 
Can  fix  the  sinner's  wandering  eye. 

2  Hark,  hark !  to  God  the  chorus  breaks, 
From  every  host,  from  every  gem  ; 
But  one  alone  the  Saviour  speaks, 

It  is  the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 

3  Once  on  the  raging  seas  I  rode, 

The  storm  was  loud— the  night  was  dark, 
The  ocean  yawn'd — and  rudely  blow'd 
The  wind  that  toss'd  my  foundering  bark. 

4  Deep  horror  then  my  vitals  froze, 
Death-struck,  I  ceased  the  tide  to  stem ; 
When  suddenly  a  star  arose — 

It  was  the  Star  of  Bethlehem  ! 

5  It  was  my  guide,  my  light,  my  all ; 
It  bade  my  dark  forebodings  cease ; 

And  through  the  storm  and  danger's  thrall, 
It  led  me  to  the  port  of  peace. 


HIS   NAMES   AND    CHARACTERS.       87 


6  Now,  safely  moor'd — my  perils  o'er — 
I'll  sing,  first  in  night's  diadem, 
For  ever,  and  for  evermore, 
The  Star — the  Star  of  Bethlehem  ! 


Beauties  of  Christ.     II.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Let  earth  and  heaven  agree, 
Angels  and  men  be  join'd, 
To  celebrate  with  me, 

The  Saviour  of  mankind ; 
T'  adore  the  all-atoning  Lamb, 
And  bless  the  sound  of  Jesus'  name. 

Jesus !  transporting  sound ! 

The  joy  of  earth  and  heaven  ; 
No  other  help  is  found, 
No  other  name  is  given, 
By  which  we  can  salvation  have, 
But  Jesus  came  the  world  to  save. 

Jesus !  harmonious  name ! 

It  charms  the  hosts  above ; 
They  evermore  proclaim, 
And  wonder  at  his  love ; 
rTis  all  their  happiness  to  gaze, 
'Tis  heaven  to  see  our  Jesus'  face. 

His  name  the  sinner  hears. 
And  is  from  sin  set  free; 
'Tis  music  in  his  ears; 
;Tis  life  and  victory! 
New  songs  do  now  his  Lips  employ, 
And  dances  his  glad  heart  for  joy. 

0!  for  a  trumpet  vojce, 

On  all  the  world  to  call  : 
To  bid  their  hearts  rejoice, 
in  him  who  <li«'d  for  all ; 
For  all  my  Lord  was  arncified, 
For  all,  for  all,  my  Saviour  died. 


S   AND    CHARACTERS. 


To  serve  thy  blessed  will, 

Thy  dying  love  to  praise, 
Thy  counsel  to  fulfil, 
And  minister  thy  grace ; 
Freely  what  I  receive  to  give, 
The  life  of  heav'n  on  earth  to  live. 


123 


Christ  the  Rock  of  Ages.     M.  61inea7s. 

Rock  of  ages !  cleft  for  me, 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  thee ; 
Let  the  water  and  the  blood, 
From  thy  wounded  side  that  flowed, 
Be  of  sin  the  perfect  cure ; 
Save  me,  Lord,  and  make  me  pure. 

2  Should  my  tears  forever  flow  ; 
Should  my  zeal  no  languor  know; 
This  for  sin  could  not  atone — 
Thou  must  save  and  thou  alone ; 
In  my  hand  no  price  I  bring, 
Simply  to  thy  cross  I  cling. 

3  While  I  draw  this  fleeting  breath, 
When  my  e}~e-lids  close  in  death, 
When  I  rise  to  worlds  unknown, 
And  behold  thee  on  thy  throne, 
Rock  of  ages  !  cleft  for  me, 

Let  me  hide  myself  in  thee ! 


124 


The  Hope,  the  Star  and  the  Voice.   C.  M. 

There  is  a  hope,  a  blessed  hope, 
More  precious  and  more  bright 
Than  all  the  joyless  mockery 
The  world  esteems  delight. 

2  There  is  a  star,  a  lovely  star, 
That  lights  the  darkest  gloom, 
And  sheds  a  peaceful  radiance  o'er 
The  prospects  of  the  tomb. 


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3  There  is  a  voice,  a  cheering  voice, 

That  lifts  the  soul  al 
Dispels  the  painful,  anxious  doubt, 
And  whispers,  "  God  is  love." 

4  That  voice,  aloud  from  Calv'ry's  height, 

Proclaims  the  soul  forgiven ; 
That  star  is  revelation's  light ; 
That  hope,  the  hope  of  heaven. 


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The  Matchless  Friend.    P.  M.  8,7,8,7,7,7. 

One  there  is,  above  all  others, 
Well  deserves  the  name  of  Friend : 
His  is  love  beyond  a  brother's, 

Costly,  free,  and  knows  no  end: 
They  who  his  affection  prove, 
Find  his  heart  abounds  with  love. 

2  "Which  of  all  our  friends,  to  save  us, 

Could  or  would  have  shed  his  blood  ? 
But  our  Jesus  died  to  have  us 

Reconciled  in  him  to  God: 
This  was  boundless  love  indeed; 
Jesus  is  a  friend  in  need. 

3  When  he  lived  on  earth  abased, 

Friend  of  sinners  was  his  name  ; 
Now,  above  all  glory  raised, 

He  rejoices  in  the  same; 
Still  he  calls  them  brethren,  friends, 
And  to  all  their  wants  attends. 

1  0  for  grace  our  hearts  t<>  soften  ! 

Teach  us,  Lord,  thy  name  to  love; 
We,  alas!  forget  too  often 

What  a  Friend  we  have  above: 
Ibit  if  there  our  SOtlls  are  brought, 
We  will  love  thee  as  we  ought. 
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HIS   NAMES   AND    CHARACTERS. 


The  Way,  the  Truth,  and  the  Life.    C.  M. 

Thou  art  the  Way ;  to  thee  alone 
From  sin  and  death  we  flee ; 
And  he  who  would  the  Father  seek, 
Must  seek  him,  Lord,  by  thee. 

2  Thou  art  the  Truth  ;  thy  word  alone 

True  wisdom  can  impart ; 
Thou,  only,  canst  instruct  the  mind, 
And  purify  the  heart. 

3  Thou  art  the  Life  ;  the  rending  tomb 

Proclaims  thy  conquering  arm; 
And  those  who  put  their  trust  in  thee 
Nor  death  nor  hell  shall  harm. 

4  Thou  art  the  Way,  the  Truth,  the  Life ; 

Grant  us  to  know  that  Way, 
That  Truth  to  keep,  that  Life  to  win, 
Which  leads  to  endless  day. 


127 


Christ  our  Shepherd.  Ps.  23:  1.     S.  M. 

The  Lord  my  Shepherd  is, 
I  shall  be  well  supplied : 
Since  he  is  mine,  and  I  am  his, 
What  can  I  want  beside  ? 

He  leads  me  to  the  place 
Where  heavenly  pasture  grows, 
Where  living  waters  gently  pass, 
And  full  salvation  flows. 

While  he  affords  his  aid, 
I'm  free  from  every  fear  ; 
Tho'  I  should  walk  thro'  death's  dark  shade, 
My  Shepherd's  with  me  there. 

Amid  surrounding  foes 
Thou  dost  my  table  spread ; 
My  cup  with  blessings  overflows, 
And  joy  exalts  my  head. 


HIS   NAMES    AXD   CHARACTERS. 

The  bounties  of  thy  love 
Shall  crown  my  following  days  ; 
Nor  from  thy  house  will  I  remove, 
Nor  cease  to  speak  thy  praise. 

Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. 

BEnoLD,  behold  the  Lamb  of  God  ! 
Who  takes  away  our  guilt; 
Behold  th'  atoning,  precious  blood, 
That  for  our  sins  he  spilt. 

2  0  sinners,  now  to  Christ  draw  near 

Invited  by  his  word  ; 
The  chief  of  sinners  need  not  fear ; 
Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. 

3  Backsliders,  too,  the  Saviour  calls, 

And  washes  in  his  blood: 
Arise,  return  from  grievous  falls ; 
Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. 

4  In  every  state,  and  time,  and  place, 

Nought  plead  but  Jesus'  blood ; 
However  wretched  be  your  case, 
Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. 

5  Spirit  of  grace,  to  us  apply 

Immanuers  precious  blood, 
That  we  may,  with  thy  saints  on  high, 
Behold  the  Lamb  of  God. 


Christ  the  Pearl  of  Great  Price.     C.  M. 

I've  found  the  pearl  of  greatest  price : 
My  heart  exults  with  joy; 
And  sing  I  must — a  Christ  I  have, 
0!  what  a  Christ  have  I ! 

Christ  is  the  way,  the  truth,  the  life, 

The  way  to  God  on  high ; 
Life  to  the  dead,  the  truth  of  types, 

The  truth  of  prophecy. 


F   92         HIS    NAMES   AND    CHARACTERS. 

3  My  Christ,  he  is  the  Lord  of  lords, 

He  is  the  King  of  kings ; 
He  is  the  Sun  of  righteousness, 
With  healing  in  his  wings. 

4  Christ  is  my  Father  and  my  Friend, 

My  Brother  and  my  love ; 
My  Head,  my  hope,  my  Counsellor, 
My  Advocate  above. 

5  My  Christ,  he  is  the  heav'n  of  heav'ns, 

My  Christ,  what  shall  I  call? 
My  Christ  is  first,  my  Christ  is  last, 
My  Christ  is  All  in  all. 

lOU     Christ  is  All  in  All.—Qo\.  3 :  11.     C.  M. 

Compared  with  Christ,  in  all  beside, 
No  comeliness  I  see  ; 
The  one  thing  needful,  dearest  Lord, 
Is  to  be  one  with  thee. 

2  The  sense  of  thy  expiring  love 

Into  my  soul  convey ; 
Thyself  bestow !  for  thee  alone, 
My  All  in  all,  I  pray. 

3  Less  than  thyself  will  not  suffice, 

My  comfort  to  restore ; 
More  than  thyself  I  cannot  crave, 
Nor  canst  thou  give  me  more. 

4  "Whate'er  consists  not  with  thy  will, 

0  teach  me  to  resign ; 
I'm  rich  to  all  th'  intents  of  bliss, 
Since  thou,  0  God,  art  mine. 


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Titles  of  Christ.  L.  M. 

What  various  lovely  characters 
The  condescending  Saviour  bears ! 
All  human  virtues,  all  divine, 
In  him  unite,  with  splendor  shine. 


HIS    NAMES    AND    CHARACTERS. 


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2  The  Corner-stone  on  which  we  "build, 
The  Balm  by  which  our  souls  are  healed, 
The  Morning  Star,  whose  cheering  ray 
Dispels  the  shades,  and  brings  the  day. 

3  He  is  our  Rock,  and  our  Defence, 

Nor  earth,  nor  hell,  can  force  us  thence : 

Our  Advocate  before  the  throne, 

Who  with  our  prayers  presents  his  own. 

4  He  is  the  burdened  sinner's  Rest, 
Our  Prophet,  and  atoning  Priest ; 
To  him  as  our  exalted  King, 

We  homage  pay,  our  offering  bring. 

5  He  is  our  Captain  and  our  Guide, 

The  Friend,  the  Husband  of  the  bride ; 
The  Counsellor,  the  Prince  of  peace, 
The  Lord  our  strength  and  righteousness : 

6  The  Fountain  whence  our  blessings  flow, 
A  Lamb,  and  yet  a  Lion  too ; 

The  Sun  for  light  and  guidance  given, 
The  Door  which  opens  into  heaven. 

7  He  is  the  Shepherd  of  the  sheep, 
Who  does  his  flock  in  safety  keep ; 
The  Conqueror  he,  the  Judge  of  men, 
The  Faithful  Witness,  the  Amen ! 


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Character  of  Christ.  L.  C.  M.  8,8,0,8,8,6. 

0  could  I  speak  the  matchless  worth, 
0 !  could  I  sound  the  glories  forth, 
Which  in  my  Saviour  shine; 
I'd  soar  and  touch  the  heavenly  strings, 
And  vie  with  Gabriel,  while  he  sings, 
lit  notes  almost  divine. 


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94       HIS   NAMES   AND    CHARACTERS. 

2  Fd  sing  the* precious  blood  he  spilt, 
My  ransom  from  the  dreadful  guilt 

Of  sin  and  wrath  divine : 
Fd  sing  his  glorious  righteousness, 
In  which  all-perfect,  heavenly  dress, 

My  soul  shall  ever  shine. 

3  Fd  sing  the  characters  he  bears, 
And  all  the  forms  of  love  he  wears, 

Exalted  on  his  throne; 
In  loftiest  songs  of  sweetest  praise, 
I  would  to  everlasting  days 

Make  all  his  glories  known. 

4  Soon  the  delightful  day  will  come, 
When  my  dear  Lord  will  call  me  home, 

And  I  shall  see  his  face : 
Then,  with  my  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend, 
A  blest  eternity  I'll  spend, 

Triumphant  in  his  grace. 


Our  Tlwvcjlits  of  Christ    P.  M.  8  lines  8s. 

What  think  you  of  Christ?  is  the  test 
To  try  both  your  state  and  your  scheme ; 
You  cannot  be  right  in  the  rest, 

Unless  you  think  rightly  of  him. 
As  Jesus  appears  in  your  view, 

As  he  is  beloved  or  not: 
So  God  is  disposed  toward  you, 
And  mercy  or  wrath  is  your  lot. 

2  Some  take  him  a  creature  to  be, 

A  man,  or  an  angel  at  most ; 
Sure,  these  have  no  feelings  like  me, 

Nor  know  themselves  wretched  and  lost ; 
So  guilty,  so  helpless  am  I, 

I  durst  not  confide  in  his  blood, 
Nor  on  his  protection  rely, 

Unless  I  were  sure  he  is  God. 


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3  Some  call  him  a  Saviour,  in  word, 

But  mix  their  own  works  with  his  plan ; 
And  hope  he  his  help  will  afford, 

When  they  have  done  all  that  they  can: 
If  doings  prove  rather  too  light, 

(A  little,  they  own,  they  may  fail,) 
They  purpose  to  make  up  full  weight, 

By  casting  his  name  in  the  scale. 

4  Some  style  him  the  Pearl  of  great  price, 

And  say  he's  the  Fountain  of  joys  ; 
Yet  feed  upon  folly  and  vice, 

And  cleave  to  the  world  and  its  toys ; 
Like  Judas,  the  Saviour  they  kiss, 

And  while  they  salute  him,  betray; 
Ah !  what  will  profession  like  this 

Avail  in  his  terrible  day? 

5  If  ask'd  what  of  Jesus  I  think, — 

Tho'  still  my  best  thoughts  are  but  poor, — 
I  say,  he's  my  meat  and  my  drink, 

My  life,  and  my  strength,  and  my  store ; 
My  Shepherd,  my  Husband,  my  Friend, 

My  Saviour  from  sin  and  from  thrall ; 
My  hope  from  beginning  to  end, 

My  portion,  my  Lord,  and  my  all. 


134 


HIS  OFFICES. 


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!  96  HIS   OFFICES. 

2  We  rev'rence  our  High  Priest  above, 

Who  offered  up  his  blood, 

And  lives  to  carry  on  his  love, 

By  pleading  with  our  God. 

3  We  honor  our  exalted  King ; 

How  sweet  are  his  commands  ! 
He  guards  our  souls  from  hell  and  sin, 
By  his  almighty  hands. 

4  Hosanna  to  his  glorious  name, 

Who  saves  by  different  ways  ! 
His  mercies  lay  a  sovereign  claim 
To  our  immortal  praise. 


135 


Characters  of  Christ.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Join  all  the  glorious  names 
Of  wisdom,  love  and  pow'r, 
That  mortals  ever  knew, 
That  angels  ever  bore : 
All  are  too  mean  to  speak  his  worth — 
Too  mean  to  set  my  Saviour  forth. 
Jesus,  my  great  High  Priest, 
Offer' d  his  blood  and  died ; 
My  guilty  conscience  seeks 
No  sacrifice  beside : 
His  powerful  blood  did  once  atone, 
And  now  it  pleads  before  the  throne. 
My  Advocate  appears 

For  my  defence  on  high ; 
The  Father  bows  his  ears, 
And  lays  his  anger  by: 
Not  all  that  hell  or  sin  can  say, 
Shall  turn  his  heart,  his  love  away. 
My  dear  Almighty  Lord, 

My  Conqu'ror  and  my  King, 
Thy  sceptre  and  thy  sword, 
Thy  reigning  grace  I  sing ; 
Thine  is  the  pow'r ;  behold  I  sit, 
In  willing  bonds,  beneath  thy  feet. 


HIS   OFFICES.  97 


Now  let  my  soul  arise, 

And  tread  the  tempter  down: 
My  Saviour  leads  me  forth 
To  conquest  and  a  crown. 
A  feeble  saint  shall  win  the  day, 
Tho'  death  and  hell  obstruct  the  way. 


Jesus  Teaching  the  People,         L.  M. 

How  sweetly  flowed  the  gospel's  sound, 
From  lips  of  gentleness  and  grace, 
"When  listening  thousands  gathered  round, 
And  joy  and  rev'rence  filled  the  place. 

2  From  heaven  he  came,  of  heaven  he  spoke, 
To  heaven  he  led  his  followers'  way : 
Dark  clouds  of  gloomy  night  he  broke, 
Unveiling  an  immortal  day. 

3  "Come,  wand'rers,  to  my  Father's  home, 
Come,  all  ye  weary  ones,  and  rest !" 
Yes,  sacred  Teacher,  we  will  come, 
Obey  thee,  love  thee,  and  be  blest. 

4  Decay,  then,  tenements  of  dust! 
Pillars  of  earthly  pride,  decay ! 
A  nobler  mansion  waits  the  just, 
And  Jesus  has  prepared  the  way. 


137 


Compassionate  High  Priest.        C.  M. 

With  joy  we  meditate  tho  grace 
Of  our  High  Priest  above  ; 
His  heart  is  made  of  tenderness, 
His  bosom  glows  with  love. 

2  Touched  with  a  sympathy  within, 
lie  knows  our  feeble  frame: 
He  knows  what  Bore  temptations  mean, 
For  he  hath  felt  the  same. 


!98 


HIS   OFFICES. 


3  He  in  the  days  of  feeble  flesh, 

Poured  out  his  cries  and  tears  ; 
And  in  his  measure  feels  afresh 
What  every  member  bears. 

4  He'll  never  quench  the  smoking  flax, 

But  raise  it  to  a  flame ; 
The  bruised  reed  he  never  breaks, 
Nor  scorns  the  meanest  name. 

5  Then  let  our  humble  faith  address 

His  mercy  and  his  power ; 
We  shall  obtain  deliv'ring  grace 
In  every  trying  hour. 


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Our  Great  High  Priest. 


C.  M. 


Come,  let  us  join  our  songs  of  praise 
To  our  ascended  Priest ; 
He  entered  heaven,  with  all  our  names 
Engraven  on  his  breast. 

2  Below,  he  washed  our  guilt  away, 

By  his  atoning  blood  ; 
Now  he  appears  before  the  throne, 
And  pleads  our  cause  with  God. 

3  Clothed  with  our  nature  still,  he  knows 

The  weakness  of  our  frame, 
And  how  to  shield  us  from  the  foes 
Whom  he  himself  overcame. 

4  Nor  time,  nor  distance,  e'er  shall  quench 

The  fervor  of  his  love ; 
For  us  he  died  in  kindness  here, 
And  intercedes  above. 

5  0  !  may  we  ne'er  forget  his  grace, 

Nor  blush  to  hear  his  name  ; 
Still  may  our  hearts  hold  fast  his  faith, 
Our  lips  his  praise  proclaim ! 


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140 


Christ's  Kingdom  and  Priesthood.     C.  M. 

Jesus,  our  Lord,  ascend  thy  throne, 
And  near  thy  Father  sit; 
In  Zion  shall  thy  pow'r  be  known, 
And  make  thy  foes  submit. 

2  What  wonders  shall  thy  gospel  do ! 

Thy  converts  shall  surpass 
The  numerous  drops  of  morning  dew, 
And  own  thy  sovereign  grace. 

3  God  hath  pronounced  a  firm  decree, 

Nor  changes  what  he  swore, 
"  Eternal  shall  thy  priesthood  be, 
When  Aaron  is  no  more. 

4  Melchisedec,  that  wondrous  priest, 

That  king  of  high  degree, 
That  holy  man,  whom  Abrah'm  blest, 
Was  but  a  type  of  thee." 

5  Jesus,  our  Priest,  forever  lives, 

To  plead  for  us  above : 
Jesus, our  King, forever  gives 
The  blessings  of  his  love. 

6  God  shall  exalt  his  glorious  head, 

His  lofty  throne  maintain ; 
And  strike  the  pow'rs  and  princes  dead, 
Who  dare  oppose  his  reign. 


Priesthood  and  Kingship  of  Christ.    L.  M.j 

In  Christ  I've  all  my  souPs  desire  ; 
His  Spirit  docs  my  heart  inspire 
With  boundless  wishes.  Large  and  high: 
And  Christ  will  all  my  wants  supply. 

Christ  is  my  hope,  my  strength,  and  guide, 
For  me  be  bled,  and  groaned,  and  died  ; 
He  is  my  sun,  to  give  me  light, 
He  is  my  soul's  supreme  delight. 


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HIS   OFFICES. 


3  Christ  is  the  source  of  all  my  bliss, 
My  wisdom  and  my  righteousness ; 
My  Saviour,  brother,  and  my  Friend : 
On  him  alone  I  now  depend. 

4  Christ  is  my  King,  to  rule  and  bless, 
And  all  my  troubles  to  redress ; 
He's  my  salvation,  and  my  all, 
Whate'er  on  earth  shall  me  befall. 

5  Christ  is  my  strength  and  portion  too  ; 
My  soul  in  him  can  all  things  do  ; 
Through  him  I'll  triumph  o'er  the  grave, 
My  soul  shall  death  and  hell  outbrave. 


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Christ  our  High  Priest.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Our  Great  High  Priest  we  sing, 
His  dying  love  adore ; 
We  hail  our  rising  King, 
Who  lives  for  evermore  ; 
He,  only,  can  our  wants  relieve, 
And  sinners  to  the  utmost  save. 

Why  then  indulge  despair  ? 

Though  sunk  in  deepest  guilt, 
We  hear  his  voice  declare, 
For  such  his  blood  he  spilt. 
In  his  dear  hands  my  soul  I  leave, 
For  he  can  to  the  utmost  save. 

Believing  soul,  rejoice, 

On  Jesus'  grace  depend ; 
The  object  of  your  choice, 
He  loves  you  to  the  end. 
With  holy  boldness  dare  believe, 
Your  Lord  will  to  the  utmost  save. 


w  Okrist  our  Example.  L.  M. 

Wiiex  Jesus  dwelt  in  mortal  clay, 
What  were  his  works  from  day  to  day 
But  miracles  of  power  and  grace, 
That  spread  salvation  through  our  race  ? 
That  man  may  last,  but  never  lives, 
Who  much  receives,  but  nothing  gives, 
Whom  none  can  love,  whom  none  can  thank  ; 
Creation's  blot,  creation's  blank. 
But  he,  who  marks  from  day  to  day, 
In  generous  acts  his  radiant  way, 
Treads  the  same  path  his  Saviour  trod, 
The  path  to  glory  and  to  God. 


143 


Christ  our  Pattern.  L.  M. 

My  dear  Redeemer  and  my  Lord, 
I  read  my  duty  in  thy  word ; 
But  in  thy  life  the  law  appears, 
Drawn  out  in  living  characters. 

2  Such  was  thy  truth,  and  such  thy  zeal, 
Such  deference  to  thy  Father's  will, 
Such  love  and  meekness  so  divine, 

I  would  transcribe  and  make  them  mine. 

3  Cold  mountains  and  the  midnight  air 
Witnessed  the  fervor  of  thy  prayer; 
The  desert  thy  temptations  knew, 
Thy  conflict  and  thy  yict'ry,  too. 

4  Be  thou  my  pattern ;  make  me  bear 
More  of  thy  gracious  image  here; 
Then  God  the  Judge  shall  own  my  name, 
Among  the  followers  of  the  Lamb. 

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102  HIS   LIFE   AND    EXAMPLE. 


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145 


Christ  our  Example.  L.  M. 

Make  us,  by  thy  transforming  grace, 
Dear  Saviour,  daily  more  like  thee ! 
Thy  fair  example  may  we  trace, 
To  teach  us  what  we  ought  to  be  ! 

0,  how  benevolent  and  kind  ! 
How  mild  ! — how  ready  to  forgive  ! 
Be  this  the  temper  of  our  mind, 
And  these  the  rules  by  which  we  live. 

To  do  his  heav'nly  Father's  will     , 

"Was  his  employment  and  delight ; 

Humility  and  holy  zeal 

Shone  through  his  life  divinely  bright.         s 

Dispensing  good  where'er  he  came, 
The  labors  of  his  life  were  love ; 
Then,  if  we  bear  the  Saviour's  name, 
By  his  example  let  us  move. 

But  ah !  how  blind ! — how  weak  we  are! 
How  frail ! — how  apt  to  turn  aside  ! 
Lord,  we  depend  upon  thy  care, 
And  ask  thy  Spirit  for  our  guide. 

Our  Example  in  Suffering.    M.  6  lines  7s. 

Go  to  dark  Gethsemane, 
Ye  who  feel  temptation's  pow'r; 
Your  Redeemer's  conflict  see ; 

Watch  with  him  one  bitter  hour : 
Turn  not  from  his  griefs  away ; 
Learn  of  Jesus  Christ  to  pray. 

Follow  to  the  judgment  hall ; 

Yiew  the  Lord  of  life  arraign' d  : 
0,  the  wormwood  and  the  gall! 

0,  the  pangs  his  soul  sustain'd! 
Shun  not  suff 'ring,  shame,  or  loss  ; 
Learn  of  him  to  bear  the  cross. 


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HIS   LIFE   AND    EXAMPLE. 


3  Calv'ry's  mournful  mountain  climb ; 

There,  admiring  at  his  feet, 
Mark  that  miracle  of  time, 

God's  own  sacrifice  complete : 
"  It  is  finished I" — hear  him  cry  ; — 
Learn  of  Jesus  Christ  to  die. 

4  Early  hasten  to  the  tomb, 

Where  they  laid  his  breathless  clay ; 
All  is  solitude  and  gloom : 

Who  has  taken  him  away? 
Christ  is  ris'n  ;  he  meets  our  eyes  : 
Saviour,  teach  us  so  to  rise. 


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Christ's  Mission  Attested.  L.  M. 

Behold  !  the  blind  their  sight  receive  ! 
Behold !  the  dead  awake  and  live ! 
The  dumb  speak  wonders !  and  the  lame 
Leap  like  the  hart,  and  bless  his  name ! 

2  Thus  does  th'  eternal  Spirit  own 
And  seal  the  mission  of  the  Son  ; 
The  Father  vindicates  his  cause, 
While  he  hangs  bleeding  on  the  cross. 

3  He  dies  ! — the  heavens  in  mourning  stood  ! 
He  rises ! — and  appears  a  God  ! 

Behold  the  Lord  ascending  high, 
No  more  to  bleed,  no  more  to  die ! 

4  Hence  and  forever  from  my  heart 
I  bid  my  doubts  and  fears  depart ; 
And  to  those  hands  my  soul  resign, 
Which  bear  credentials  so  divine. 


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Chief  among  Ten  Thousand.  C.  M. 

Majestic  sweetness  sits  enthron'd 
Upon  the  Saviour's  brow ; 
His  head  with  radiant  glories  crown'd, 
His  lips  with  grace  o'erflow. 


2  No  mortal  can  with  him  compare 

Among  the  sons  of  men; 
Fairer  is  he  than  all  the  fair 
Who  fill  the  heav'nly  train. 

3  He  saw  me  plunged  in  deep  distress, 

And  flew  to  my  relief: 
For  me  he  bore  the  shameful  cross, 
And  carried  all  my  grief. 

4  Since  from  his  bounty  I  receive 

Such  proofs  of  love  divine, 
Had  I  a  thousand  hearts  to  give, 
Lord,  they  should  all  be  thine. 


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Christ  Weeping. 

Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep? 
And  shall  our  cheeks  be  dry  ? 
Let  floods  of  penitential  grief 
Burst  forth  from  every  eye. 

2  The  Son  of  God  in  tears! 
Angels  with  wonder  see ! 

Be  thou  astonished,  0  my  soul ! 
He  shed  those  tears  for  thee. 

3  He  wept,  that  we  might  weep  ; 
Each  sin  demands  a  tear ; 

In  heav'n  alone  no  sin  is  found, 
And  there's  no  weeping  there. 


S.  M. 


HIS  SUFFEBINGS. 


149 


Godly  Sorrow  at  the  Cross.         CM. 

Alas  !  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed, 
And  did  my  Sovereign  die  ? 
Would  he  devote  that  sacred  head, 
For  such  a  worm  as  I  ? 


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HIS  SUFFERINGS. 


105' 


2  Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  had  done,  - 

He  groan'd  upon  the  tree? 
Amazing  pity ! — grace  unknown  ! 
And  love  beyond  degree  ! 

3  Well  might  the  sun  in  darkness  hide, 

And  shut  his  glories  in, 
When  Christ,  the  mighty  Maker,  died, 
For  man,  the  creature's  sin. 

4  Thus  might  I  hide  my  blushing  face, 

While  his  dear  cross  appears ; 

Dissolve  my  heart  in  thankfulness, 

And  melt  mine  eyes  to  tears. 

5  But  floods  of  tears  can  ne'er  repay 

The  debt  of  love  I  owe ; 
Here,  Lord,  I  give  myself  away  ; — 
;Tis  all  that  I  can  do. 


■WU       Relent  lags  for  Sin  at  the  Cross.      C.  M. 

On !  the  sharp  pangs  of  smarting  pain 
My  dear  Redeemer  bore  ; 
When  knotty  whips  and  ragged  thorns 
His  sacred  body  tore ! 

2  'Twcrc  you,  my  sins,  my  cruel  sins, 

His  chief  tormentors  were  ; 
Each  of  my  crimes  became  a  nail, 
And  unbelief  the  spear. 

3  'Twere  you  that  pull'd  the  vengeance  down 

Upon  his  guiltless  head, 
Break,  break,  my  heart,  0 !  burst  mine  eyes, 
And  let  my  sorrows  bleed  ! 

4  Strike,  mighty  grace,  my  stubborn  soul, 

Till  melting  waters  flow, 
And  dee])  repentance  drown  mine  eyes 
In  unassembled  woe. 


106  HIS   SUFFERINGS. 


151 


A  Voice  from  the  Cross.  C.  M. 

Hark  !  from  the  cross  a  gracious  voice 
Salutes  my  ravished  ear — 
"Rejoice,  thou  ransomed  soul,  rejoice, 
And  dry  that  falling  tear/' 

2  Amaz'd,  I  turn,  grown  strangely  bold, 

This  vrondrous  thing  to  see ; 

And  there  my  dying  Lord  behold, 

Stretched  on  the  bloody  tree ! 

3  "Sinner,"  he  cries,  "behold  the  head 

This  thorny  wreath  entwines ; 
Look  on  these  wounded  hands,  and  read 
Thy  name  in  crimson  lines. 

4  These  wounds  I  bear,  these  pains  I  feel, 

This  anguish  rends  my  breast, 
That  I  may  save  thy  soul  from  hell, 
And  give  thee  endless  rest/' 

5  Thy  power,  the  sweetness  of  that  voice, 

My  stony  heart  can  move, 
Make  me  in  Christ,  my  Lord,  rejoice, 
And  melt  my  soul  to  love. 

6  No  more  my  heart  neglected  lies, 

With  silent,  broken  strings ; 
From  earth  my  soul  has  learnt  to  rise, 
And  mount  on  eagles'  wings. 

7  My  dying  Saviour's  wondrous  love 

On  earth  employs  my  tongue ; 
And  when  I  walk  in  white  above, 
That  love  shall  be  my  song. 

Id  A  The  Saviour  on  the  Cross.  P.  M.  5,5,7,7,7,9. 

aw  ye  my  Saviour  ? — Saw  ye  my  Saviour  ? 
Saw  ye  my  Saviour  and  God? 

0 !  he  died  on  Calvary, 

To  atone  for  you  and  me, 
And  to  purchase  our  pardon  with  blood ! 

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HIS   BUFFERINGS. 


2  He  was  extended — lie  was  extended, 

Shamefully  nail'd  to  the  cross ; 

0!  he  bow'd  his  head  and  died! 

Thus  my  Lord  was  crucified, 
To  atone  for  a  world  that  was  lost. 

3  Jesus  hung  bleeding — Jesus  hung  bleeding, 

Three  dreadful  hours  in  pain ; 

0 !  the  sun  refused  to  shine ! 

When  his  majesty  divine, 
Was  derided,  insulted,  and  slain. 

4  Darkness  prevailed — Darkness  prevailed, 

Darkness  prevaiPd  o'er  the  land ; 
0 !  the  solid  rocks  were  rent, 
Through  creation's  vast  extent, 

When  the  Jews  crucified  the  God-man ! 

5  When  it  was  finish7 d — When  it  was  finished, 

And  the  atonement  was  made, 
He  was  taken  by  the  great, 
And  embalm'd  in  spices  sweet, 

And  in  a  new  sepulchre  was  laid. 

6  Now  interceding — Xow  interceding, 

Pleads  he  that  sinners  might  live; 

Crying,  Father.  I  have  died; 

0 !  behold  my  hands  and  side ! 
To  redeem  them, I  pray  thee, forgive. 

7  I  will  Forgive  them — I  will  forgive  them, 

If  they'll  repent  and  believe ; 

Let  them  now  return  to  thee, 

And  be  reconcil'd  to  me, 
And  salvation  they  all  shall  receive. 


153 


Christ  Mocked  upon  the  Cross.      L.  M 

\Tow  let  our  mournful  songs  record 
Ii  The  sorrows  of  our  dying  Lord, 
When  he  oomplain'd  in  tears  and  blood, 
As  one  forsaken  by  his  God. 


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108  HIS   SUFFERINGS. 

|  2  The  Jews  beheld  him  thus  forlorn, 

And  shook  their  heads  and  laugh' d  in  scorn ; 
He  rescued  others  from  the  grave, 
Now  let  him  try  himself  to  save. 

3  "This  is  the  man  who  did  pretend 
God  was  his  Father  and  his  friend ; 
If  God  the  blessed  lov'd  him  so, 
Why  does  he  fail  to  help  him  now?" 

4  0 !  savage  people !  cruel  priests  ! 
How  they  stood  round  like  raging  beasts ! 
Like  lions  gaping  to  devour, 
When  God  had  left  him  in  their  power ! 

5  They  wound  his  head,  his  hands,  his  feet, 
Till  streams  of  blood  each  other  meet ; 
By  lot  his  garments  they  divide, 
And  mock  the  pangs  in  which  he  died. 


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Sin  lamented  at  the  Cross,  M.  7s.  6  lines. 

Hearts  of  stone,  relent,  relent, 
Break,  by  Jesus'  cross  subdu'd ; 
See  his  body  mangled,  rent, 

Cover'd  with  a  gore  of  blood; 
Sinful  soul,  what  hast  thou  done? 
Murder'd  God's  eternal  Son ! 

2  Yes,  your  sins  have  done  the  deed, 

Drove  the  nails,  and  fix'd  him  there ; 
Crown' d  with  thorns  his  sacred  head, 

Pierc'd  him  with  a  soldier's  spear, 
Made  his  soul  a  sacrifice ; 
For  lost  sinners  Jesus  dies. 

3  Can  his  offring  be  in  vain  ? 

Xo:^i  cov'nant  keeping  God 
Says  that  "he  shall  see  his  seed" — 

All  the  purchase  of  his  blood. 
Lord,  with  sin  and  self  we  part; 
Saviour,  take  each  broken  heart. 


HIS   SUFFERINGS. 


Salvation  through  Christ.  M.  8s 

Salvation,  how  precious  the  sound, 
To  sinners  who  see  themselves  lost; 
To  Jesus  their  praises  redound, 
In  Jesus  they  triumph  and  boast. 

Salvation  is  finish'd  and  done, 
Salvation  is  sovereign  and  free, 
Salvation  by  God's  equal  Son, 
My  joy  and  rejoicing  shall  be. 

Salvation  is  only  of  God, 
To  him  all  the  praises  are  due  ; 
Ye  saints  spread  his  honors  abroad, 
Who  finish'd  salvation  for  you. 

Soon  we  shall  behold  him  above, 
Forever  to  sound  his  dear  name : 
To  sing  the  sweet  song  of  his  love, 
Salvation  to  God  and  the  Lamb ! 


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The  Suffering  Saviour.  C.  P.  M.  8,8,6,8,8,0.  : 

Throughout  the  Saviour's  life  we  trace 
Nothing  but  love  and  boundless  grace  * 
No  period  else  is  seen 
Till  he  a  spotless  victim  fell, 
Tasting  in  soul  a  perfect  hell, 
Caused  by  the  creature's  sin. 

On  the  cold  ground,  methinks  I  see 
My  Saviour  kneel  and  pray  for  me ; 

"For  this  I'll  him  adore  ; 
Seiz'd  with  a  chilly  sweat  throughout, 
Blood  drops  did  force  their  passage  out 

Through  every  opening  pore- 

The  piercing  thorns  his  temples  bore, 
His  back  with  lashes  all  was  tore, 
Till  one  the  bones  might  see; 
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Mocking,  they  pushed  him  here  and  there, 
Marking  his  way  with  blood  and  tears, 
Press'd  by  the  heavy  tree. 

4  Thus  up  the  hill  he  painful  came, 

Round  him  they  mock'd  and  made  their  game, 

At  length  his  cross  they  rear. 
And  can  you  see  the  mighty  God, 
Cry  out  beneath  sin's  heavy  load, 

Without  one  thankful  tear  ? 

5  Thus  veiled  in  humanity, 

He  dies  in  anguish  on  the  tree  ; 

What  tongue  his  grief  can  tell  ? 
The  shuddering  rocks  their  heads  recline, 
The  morning  sun  refused  to  shine, 

When  the  Redeemer  fell. 

6  Shout,  brethren,  shout  in  songs  divine, 
He  drank  the  gall  to  give  us  wine, 

To  quench  the  parching  thirst : 
Seraphs  advance  your  voices  higher 
Bride  of  the  Lamb,  unite  the  choir, 

And  laud  the  precious  Christ. 


157 


Zion's  Song. 


H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 


Down  from  the  willow  bough 
My  slumbering  harp  I  take, 
And  bid  its  silent  strings 
To  heav'nly  themes  awake. 
Soft,  peaceful  let  its  breathings  be, 
In  gentle,  soothing  harmony. 

Love,  love  divine,  I  sing — 

0  for  a  seraph's  lyre ! 
Bathed  in  Siloam's  stream, 
And  touched  with  living  fire ; 
Lofty  and  pure  the  strain  should  be, 
Whene'er  I  sing  of  Calvary. 


HIS    SUFFERINGS. 


Love,  love  on  earth  appears ! 

My  soul,  0,  haste  away ! 
Christ  beareth  all  thy  griefs, 
And  wipes  thy  tears  away : 
Soft,  mild  and  sweet  the  strain  should  be, 
Dear  Saviour,  when  I  sing  of  thee. 

He  saw  me  as  he  passed, 
In  hopeless  sorrow  lie, 
Condemned  and  doomed  to  death, 
And  no  salvation  nigh: 
Sweet,  loud  and  long  the  strain  should  be 
Whene'er  I  sing  his  love  for  me. 

"  I  die  for  thee,"  he  said — 

Behold  the  cross  arise ! 
And  lo !  he  bows  his  head — 
He  bows  his  head  and  dies ! 
Soft,  0  my  harp,  thy  strains  should  be, 
To  chant  the  scenes  of  Calvary. 

He  lives  again  !  he  lives  ! 

I  hear  the  voice  of  love — 

He  comes  to  soothe  my  fears, 

And  draw  my  soul  above. 

0  !  joyful  now  the  strain  shall  be, 

When  loud  I  sing  of  Calvary. 


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The  Tender-hearted.  P.M. 9,8,9,8,9,7,8,8. 


Come,  all  ye  tender-hearted  christians, 
0,  come,  and  help  us  now  to  mourn ! 
Behold  !  the  Son  of  God  lies  bleeding  ; 

And  view  his  precious  body  torn ! 
Behold  him,  praying  in  the  garden, 
While  his  soul  in  grief  is  bound; 
And  the  bloody  sweat  is  running 
In  crimson  drops  upon  the  ground. 


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HIS   SUFFERINGS. 


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2  He  was  a  man  of  constant  sorrow, 

And  went  a  mourner  all  his  days  ; 
With  sore  distress  was  well  acquainted, 

But  never  went  in  sinful  ways. 
The  foxes  have  their  holes  provided, 

And  the  birds  they  have  their  nest, 
But  the  Son  of  man  had  no  where 

To  lay  his  weary  head  to  rest. 

3  Behold  him,  when  the  soldiers  took  him, 

And  led  him  unto  Pilate's  bar ! 
0 !  come,  ye  tender-hearted  christians, 

And  view  your  dear  Redeemer  there ; 
Behold  him,  when  he  was  condemned, 

Wearing  of  a  thorny  crown, 
And  his  tender  temples  pierced, 

Until  the  blood  came  running  down. 

4  And  then  behold  the  soldiers  take  him, 

And  nail  him  to  a  shameful  tree : 
0 !  see  him  on  the  cross  a  bleeding, 

His  soul  in  mortal  agony ; 
Hark,  how  the  legal  thunders  smite  him, 

Lo,  his  burdened  bosom  heave  ! 
Look  how  deep  your  sins  have  stung  him, 

0  !  dying  sinners,  look  and  live ! 

5  They  laid  him  in  a  new  sepulchre, 

Where  never  man  was  laid  before: 
He  burst  the  bars  of  death  asunder, 

And  brought  salvation  to  the  poor. 
And  now,  he  is  gone  up  to  heaven, 

Pleading  there  our  cause  on  high ; 
Christians,  soon  we'll  follow  after, 

Our  Lord  to  see  and  glorify. 


GETHSEMANE. 


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GETHSEMANE, 

Gethsemane.      P.  M.  8,8,0,8,8.  \ 

Beyond  where  Kedron's  "waters  flow, — 
Behold  the  suffering  Saviour  go, 
To  sad  Gethsemane ! 
His  countenance  is  all  divine, 
Yet  grief  appears  in  every  line. 

2  He  bows  beneath  the  sins  of  men, 
He  cries  to  God,  and  cries  again, 

In  sad  Gethsemane; 
He  lifts  his  mournful  eyes  above — 
"  My  Father!  can  this  cup  remove ?" 

3  With  gentle  resignation  still, 
He  yielded  to  his  Father's  will, 

In  sad  Gethsemane ; — 
"  Behold  me  here,  thine  only  Son, 
And,  Father !  let  thy  will  be  done." 

4  The  Father  heard, — and  angels  there 
Sustained  the  Son  of  God  in  prayer, 

In  sad  Gethsemane  ; 
He  drank  the  dreadful  cup  of  pain ; — 
Then  rose  to  life  and  joy  again. 

5  When  storms  of  sorrow  round  us  sweep, 
And  scenes  of  anguish  make  us  weep, 

To  sad  Gethsemane 
We'll  look,  and  see  the  Saviour  there  ; 
Then  humbly  bow,  like  him,  in  prayer. 

1UU  Agony  in  the  Garden,  C.  M. 

Dark  was  the  night)  and  cold  the  ground 
On  which  the  Saviour  lay  : 
His  Rweat  like  drops  of  blood  is  found  ; — 
In  Borrow  hear  him  pray: — 

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GETHSEMANE 


2- "Father,  remove  this  bitter  cup, 
If  such  thy  sacred  will ; 
If  not,  content  to  drink  it  up, 
Thy  pleasure  I  fulfil." 

3  Go  to  the  garden,  sinner ;  see 

Those  precious  drops  that  flow ; 
The  heavy  load  he  bore  for  thee ; 
For  thee  he  lies  so  low. 

4  Then  learn  of  him  the  cross  .to  bear  ; 

Thy  Father's  will  obey  ; 
And,  when  temptations  press  thee  near, 
Awake  to  watch  and  pray. 


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The  Brook  Kedron.  M.  lis. 


Thou  sweet  gliding  Kedron,  by  thy  silver  stream 
Our  Saviour,  at  midnight,  when  moon-light's 
pale  beam 
;     Shone  bright  on  the  water,  would  frequently 
i  st^ay, 

\     And  lose  in  thy  murmurs,  the  toils  of  the  day. 

\  Come,  saints,  and  adore  him,come,  bow  at  his  feet ; 

\  0  give  him  the  glory,  the  praise  that  is  meet, 

\  Let  joyful  hosannas  unceasing  arise, 

\  And  join  the  full  chorus  that  gladdens  the  skies. 

>  2  How  damp  were  the  vapors  that  fell  on  his  head  ! 
I     How  hard  was  his  pillow,  how  humble  his  bed  " 

The  angels  astonished,  grew  sad  at  the  sight, 
I     And  followed  their  Master  with  solemn  delight 
\  Come,  saints,  (Sec. 

i  3  0  Garden  of  Olives,  thou  dear,  honor'd  spot, 
The  fame  of  thy  wonders  shall  ne'er  be  forgot ; 
The  theme  most  transporting  to  seraphs  above : 

j     The  triumph  of  sorrow, — the  triumph  of  love ! 
Come,  saints,  dec. 


GETHSEMANE.  115 

\  1W  Christ's  Midnight  Prayer.  L.  M. 

'HP  is  midnight ;  and  on  Olive's  brow 

1  The  star  is  dimm'd  that  lately  shone — 
'Tis  midnight  ;  in  the  garden  now, 
The  suffering  Saviour  prays  alone. 

2  ;Tis  midnight ;  and,  from  all  remov'd, 
The  Saviour  wrestles  lone,  with  fears  ; 
E'en  that  disciple  whom  he  lov'd 
Heeds  not  his  Master's  grief  and  tears. 

3  ;Tis  midnight ;  and  for  others'  guilt 
The  Man  of  Sorrows  weeps  in  blood  ; 
Yet  he  that  hath  in  anguish  knelt 
Is  not  forsaken  by  his  God. 

4  ;Tis  midnight;  and  from  other  plains 
Is  borne  the  song  that  angels  know  ; 
Unheard  by  mortals  are  the  strains 
That  sweetly  soothe  the  Saviour's  woe. 


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The  Voice  from  KedronS.UM.  6,6,8,6,8,8. 

Among  the  mountain  trees 
The  winds  were  whisp'ring  low, 
And  night's  ten  thousand  harmonies 

Were  harmonies  of  woe  ; 
A  voice  of  grief  was  on  the  gale, 
It  came  from  Kedron's  gloomy  vale. 

It  was  the  Saviour's  prayer 

That  on  the  silence  broke, 
Imploring  strength  from  heav'n  to  bear 

The  sin-avenging  stroke, 
As  in  Gethsemane  he  knelt, 
And  pangs  unknown  his  bosom  felt. 


'Eg     -I   -I    /» 

116    HIS   CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH. 

3  The  fitful  star-light  shone 
In  dim  and  misty  gleams, 

Deep  was  his  agonizing  groan, 
And  large  the  vital  streams 
That  trickled  to  the  dewy  sod 
While  Jesus  rais'd  his  voice  to  God. 

4  The  chosen  three  that  stay'd 
Their  nightly  watch  to  keep, 

Left  him  through  sorrows  deep  to  wade, 

And  gave  themselves  to  sleep  : 
Meekly  and  sad  he  pray'd  alone ; 
Strangely  forgotten  by  his  own. 

5  Along  the  streamlet's  hank, 
The  reckless  traitor  came, 

And  heavy  on  his  bosom  sank 

The  load  of  guilt  and  shame*; 
Yet  unto  them  that  waited  nigh 
He  gave  the  Lamb  of  God  to  die. 

6  Among  the  mountain  trees 
The  winds  were  whispering  low, 

And  night's  ten  thousand  harmonies 

Were  harmonies  of  woe ; 
For  cruel  voices  fill'd  the  gale, 
That  came  from  Kedron's  gloomy  vale. 


HIS  CRUCIFIXION  AND  DEATH. 


164 


The  Saviour  on  the  Cross.         L.  M. 

Stretched  on  the  cross,  the  Saviour  dies ! 
Hark !  his  expiring  groans  arise  ! 
See ! — from  his  hands,  his  feet,  his  side, 
Runs  down  the  sacred  crimson  tide ! 


165 


HIS  CRUCIFIXION    AND    DEATH. 

2  But  life  attends  the  dreadful  sound, 
And  flows  from  every  bleeding  wound ; 
The  vital  stream — how  free  it  flows, 
To  save  and  cleanse  his  rebel  foes. 

3  Can  I  survey  this  scene  of  woe, 
Where  mingling  grief  and  mercy  flow, 
And  yet  my  heart  unmoved  remain, 
Insensible  to  love  or  pain  ? 

4  Come,  dearest  Lord !  thy  grace  impart, 
To  warm  this  cold,  this  stupid  heart ; 
Till  all  its  powers  and  passions  move, 
In  melting  grief  and  ardent  love. 


The  Amazing  Sight.  CM. 

Yoxder  amazing  sight  ! — I  see 
Th'  incarnate  Son  of  God 
Expiring  on  th/  accursed  tree,  • 

And  writhing  in  his  blood ! 

2  Behold  the  purple  torrents  run 

Down  from  his  hands  and  head ! 
The  crimson  tide  puts  out  the  sun ; 
His  groans  awake  the  dead ! 

3  The  trembling  earth,  the  darkened  sky 

Proclaim  the  truth  aloud ; 
And  with  th'  amazed  centurion,  cry, 
"This  is  the  Son  of  God  I" 

4  So  great,  so  vast  a  sacrifice 

May  well  my  hope  revive ; 
If  God's  own  Son  thus  bleeds  and  dies, 
The  sinner  sure  may  live. 

5  0 !  that  these  cords  of  love  divine 

Might  draw  me,  Lord,  to  thee ! 
Thou  hast  my  heart — it  shall  be  thine— 
Thine  shall  it  ever  be! 

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118      HIS  CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH. 


166 


The  Expiring  Saviour.      M.  8s,7s,  &  - 

Hark  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy 
Sounds  aloud  from  Calvary  ; 
See,  it  rends  the  rocks  asunder — 
Shakes  the  earth  and  veils  the  sky ! 

"  It  is  finished  !  " 
Hear  the  dying  Saviour  cry. 

2  It  is  finished  ! — 0  what  pleasure 

Do  these  precious  words  afford ! 
Heavenly  blessings,  without  measure, 
Flow  to  us  from  Christ  the  Lord. 

It  is  finished  I 
Saints,  the  dying  words  record. 

3  Finished — all  the  types  and  shadows 

Of  the  ceremonial  law ; 
Finished — all  that  God  had  promised ; 
Death  and  hell  no  more  shall  awe : 

It  is  finished ! 
Saints,  from  hence  your  comforts  draw. 

4  Tune  your  harps  anew,  ye  seraphs, 

Join  to  sing  the  pleasing  theme  ; 
All  on  earth,  and  all  in  heaven, 
Join  to  praise  Immanuers  name. 

Hallelujah ! 
Glory  to  the  bleeding  Lamb ! 


167 


Christ  Crucified.  L.  M. 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross, 
On  which  the  Prince  of  Glory  died, 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss, 
And  pour  contempt  on  all  my  pride. 

2  Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast, 
Save  in  the  death  of  Christ,  my  God ; 
All  the  vain  things  that  charm  me  most, 
I  sacrifice  them  to  his  blood. 


HIS  CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH.     119° 

3  See,  from  his  head,  his  hands,  his  feet, 
Sorrow  and  love  flow  mingled  down ; 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet, 
Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown  ? 

4  Were  the  whole  realm  of  nature  mine, 
That  were  a  present  far  too  small ; 
Love  so  amazing,  so  divine, 
Demands  my  soul,  my  life,  my  all. 

1UO  Christ's  Dying,  Rising  and  Reigning.  L.  M. 

He  dies  ! — the  Friend  of  sinners  dies ; 
Lo,  Salem's  daughters  weep  around  ; 
A  solemn  darkness  veils  the  skies  ; 
A  sudden  trembling  shakes  the  ground. 

2  Come,  saints,  and  drop  a  tear  or  two 

For  Him  who  groaned  beneath  your  load ; 
He  shed  a  thousand  drops  for  you — 
A  thousand  drops  of  richer  blood. 

3  Here's  love  and  grief  beyond  degree  ; 
The  Lord  of  glory  dies  for  men ; 
But  lo,  what  sudden  joys  we  see! 
Jesus,  the  dead,  revives  again. 

I     4  The  rising  God  forsakes  the  tomb ; 

y       Up  to  his  Father's  court  he  flies  ; 
Cherubic  legions  guard  him  home, 
And  shout  him  welcome  to  the  skies. 

>     5  Break  off  your  tears,  ye  saints,  and  tell 
How  high  our  great  Deliv'rer  reigns ; 
Sing  how  he  spoil'd  the  hosts  of  hell, 
And  led  the  tyrant  death  in  chains. 

3  Say,  "Live  forever,  glorious  King, 
Born  to  redeem,  and  Btrong  to  save!" 
Then  ask,  "0  death  !  where  is  thy  sting? 
And  where  thy  vict'ry,  boasting  grave  ?" 

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Prodigies  attending  the  Crucifixion.    C.  M. 

From  whence  those  direful  omens  round, 
Which  heav'n  and  earth  amaze? 
And  why  do  earthquakes  cleave  the  ground  ? 
Why  hides  the  sun  his  rays? 

2  Well  may  the  earth,  astonished,  shake, 

And  nature  sympathize, — 
The  sun,  as  darkest  night,  be  black ; — 
Their  Maker,  Jesus,  dies. 

3  Behold,  fast  streaming  from  the  tree, 

His  all-atoning  blood: 
Is  this  the  Infinite  ?     'Tis  he,— 
My  Saviour  and  my  God. 

4  For  me  these  pangs  his  soul  assail ; 

For  me  this  death  is  borne ; 
My  sins  gave  sharpness  to  the  nail, 
And  pointed  every  thorn. 

5  Let  sin  no  more  my  soul  enslave ; 

Break,  Lord,  its  tyrant  chain ; 
0,  save  me,  whom  thou  cam'st  to  save, 
Nor  bleed  nor  die  in  vain. 


170 


The  Cross  of  Christ.    P.  M.  8,6,8,6,8,8,8,6. 

Behold,  behold  the  Lamb  of  God, 
On  the  cross,  on  the  cross ! 
He  sheds  for  us  his  precious  blood, 
On  the  cross,  on  the  cross. 
0  !  hear  his  all-important  cry, 
"Eli,  lama  sabachthani  ? " — 
Draw  near  and  see  your  Saviour  die, 
On  the  cross,  on  the  cross. 

Behold  his  arms  extended  wide,   On  the,  Sec. 
Behold  his  bleeding  hands  and  side,  On,  &c. 
The  sun  withholds  his  rays  of  light, 
The  heavens  are  clothed  in  shades  of  night, 
While  Jesus  doth  with  devils  fight,  On,  &c. 


HIS  CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH.       121     ' 

3  Come,  sinners,  see  him  lifted  up,  On  the,  &c. 
For  you  he  drinks  the  bitter  cup,  On,  &c. 
The  rocks  do  rend,  the  mountains  quake, 
While  Jesus  doth  atonement  make, 

While  Jesus  suffers  for  our  sake,  On,  &c. 

4  And  now  the  mighty  deed  is  done,  On  the,  &c 
The  battle's  fought,  the  victory's  won,  On,  &c. 
To  heaven  he  turns  his  languid  eyes, 

"  'Tis  finished/'  now  the  Conqu'ror  cries, 
Then  bows  his  sacred  head  and  dies,  On,  &c. 

5  Where'er  I  go  I'll  tell  the  story  Of  the,  &c. 
Of  nothing  else  my  soul  shall  glory,  Save,  &c. 
Yea,  this  my  constant  theme  shall  be, 
Through  time  and  through  eternity, 

Thus  Jesus  tasted  death  for  me,  On,  &c. 
# 

6  Let  every  mourner  rise  and  cling  To  the,  &c. 
Let  every  christian  come  and  sing,  Round,  &c. 
There  let  the  preacher  take  his  stand, 

And  with  the  Bible  in  his  hand, 

Declare  the  triumphs  through  the  land,  Of  &C. 


171 


Death  of  Christ  on  the  Cross.         C.  M. 

Behold  the  Saviour  of  mankind 
Nailed  to  the  shameful  tree ! 
How  vast  the  love  that  him  inclined 
To  bleed  and  die  for  me ! 

"My  God!"  he  cries — all  nature  shakes, 
And  earth's  strong  pillars  bend; 

The  temple's  veil  in  sunder  breaks, 
The  solid  marbles  rend. 

"  'Tis  finished!" — now  the  ransom's  paid; 

"  Receive  my  soul,"  he  cries; 
Behold,  he  bows  his  sacred  head, 

He  bows  his  head  and  dies ! 

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122      HIS  CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH. 


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4  But  soon  he'll  break  death's  envious  chain, 
And  in  full  glory  shine : 
0  Lamb  of  God,  was  ever  pain, 
Was  ever  love  like  thine ! 


172 


L.M. 


"  It  is  finished ." 
Wis  finished — so  the  Saviour  cried, 

1  And  meekly  bow'd  his  head,  and  died ! 
'Tis  finished — yes,  the  race  is  run, 
The  battle  fought,  the  victory  won. 

2  'Tis  finish' d — all  that  heaven  decreed, 
And  all  that  ancient  prophets  said, 

Is  now  fulfill'd,  as  was  design'd, 
In  me,  the  Saviour  of  mankind. 

3  'Tis  finish' d — this  my  dying  groan 
Shall  sins  of  every  kind  atone ; 
Millions  shall  be  redeem'd  from  death 
By  this  my  last  expiring  breath. 

4  'Tis  finish' d— heaven  is  reconcil'd, 
And  all  the  powers  of  darkness  spoil'd ; 
Peace,  love  and  happiness  again, 
Return  and  dwell  with  sinful  men. 

5  'Tis  finish'd — let  the  joyful  sound, 

Be  heard  through  all  the  nations  round ; 

'Tis  finish'd — let  the  echo  fly, 

Thro'  heaven  and  hell,  thro'  earth  and  sky. 


173 


:  Behold  the  Man.' 


L.M. 


Sixner, behold,  behold  the  Man! 
The  Man  of  grief,  condemned  for  you ; 
The  Lamb  of  God,  for  sinners  slain, 
Weeping,  to  Calvary  pursue. 

2  His  sacred  limbs  they  stretch,  they  tear, 
With  nails  they  fasten  to  the  wood! 
His  sacred  limbs — exposed  and  bare, 
Or  only  covered  with  his  blood. 


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HIS   CRUCIFIXION    AND    DEATH. 

3  See  there  !  his  temples  crowned  with  thorn, 
His  bleeding  hands  extended  wide, 

His  streaming  feet  transfixed  and  torn, 
The  fountain  gushing  from  his  side. 

4  0  thou  dear  suffering  Son  of  God! 
How  doth  thy  heart  to  sinners  move ! 
Sprinkle  on  us  thy  precious  blood, 
And  melt  us  with  thy  dying  love. 

5  At  thy  last  gasp,  the  graves  displayed 
Their  horrors  to  the  upper  skies  ; 

0,  that  our  souls  might  burst  the  shade, 
And,  quickened  by  thy  death,  arise ! 

6  The  rocks  could  feel  thy  powerful  death, 
And  tremble,  and  asunder  part ; 

0  rend,  with  thy  expiring  breath, 
The  harder  marble  of  our  heart ! 


174 


The  Saviour's  Wondrous  Deatli.     C.  M. 

We  sing  the  Saviour's  wondrous  death — 
He  conquered  when  he  fell : 
'Tis  finished,  said  his  dying  breath, 
And  shook  the  gates  of  hell. 

2  'Tis  finish'd,  our  Immanuel  cries, 

The  dreadful  work  is  done  ; 
Hence  shall  his  sovereign  throne  arise, 
His  kingdom  is  begun. 

3  His  cross  a  sure  foundation  laid 

For  glory  and  renown, 
When  through  the  regions  of  the  dead 
He  pass'd  to  reach  the  crown: 

4  Raise  your  devotion,  mortal  tongues, 

His  praises  to  record  ; 
Sweet  be  the  accents  of  your  songs 
To  your  victorious  Lord. 


124      HIS  CRUCIFIXION   AND   DEATH. 

5  Bright  angels,  strike  your  loudest  strings, 
Your  sweetest  voices  raise  ; 
Let  heav'n  and  all  created  things 
Sound  our  ImmanuePs  praise! 


175 


Christ  Crucified.    P.  M.  8,8,8,0,8,8,8,8,0.   ] 


The  Son  of  man  they  did  betray ; 
He  was  condemned,  and  led  away, 
Think,  0  my  soul,  on  that  dread  day, 

Look  on  Mount  Calvary  ; 
Behold  him,  lamb-like,  led  along, 
Surrounded  by  a  wicked  throng, 
Accus'd  by  every  lying  tongue, 
And  then  the  Lamb  of  God  they  hung 
Upon  the  shameful  tree. 

2  Now,  hung  between  the  earth  and  skies, 
Behold !  in  agony  he  dies  ; 

0  sinners,  hear  his  mournful  cries, 

Think  of  his  tort'ring  pain! 
The  morning  sun  withdrew  his  light, 
Blush'd,  and  refus'd  to  view  the  sight, 
The  azure  cloth'd  in  robes  of  night, 
All  nature  mourn'd,  and  stood  affright, 
When  Christ  the  Lord  was  slain. 

3  The  Jews  and  Romans  in  a  band, 
With  hearts  like  steel  around  him  stand, 
And  mocking,  say,  "Come  save  the  land, 

Come  try  yourself  to  free." 
A  soldier  pierc'd  him  when  he  died ; 
Then  healing  streams  came  from  his  side  ; 
And  thus  my  Lord  was  crucified, 
Stern  justice  then  was  satisfied, 

Sinners,  for  you  and  me. 

4  ;Tis  done !  the  dreadful  debt  is  paid, 
The  great  atonement  now  is  made ; 
Sinners,  on  him  your  guilt  was  laid, 

For  you  he  spilt  his  blood : 


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HIS   ATONEMENT. 


For  you  his  tender  soul  did  move, 
For  you  he  left  the  courts  above, 
That  you  the  length  and  breadth  might  prove,  j 
And  height  and  depth  of  perfect  love, 
In  Christ  your  smiling  God. 


176 


HIS  ATONEMENT. 


177 


Efficacy  of  the  Atoning  Blood.       C.  M. 

There  is  a  fountain  filPd  with  blood, 
Drawn  from  ImmanuePs  veins ; 
And  sinners,  plunged  beneath  that  flood, 
Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

!  The  dying  thief  rejoiced  to  see 
That  fountain  in  his  day ; 
And  there  may  I,  though  vile  as  he, 
Wash  all  my  sins  away. 

I  Thou  dying  Lamb !  thy  precious  blood 
Shall  never  lose  its  power, 
Till  all  the  ransom' d  Church  of  God 
Are  saved,  to  sin  no  more. 

E'er  since,  by  faith,  I  saw  the  stream 

Thy  flowing  wounds  supply, 
Redeeming  love  has  been  my  theme, 

And  shall  be,  till  I  die. 
Then  in  a  nobler,  sweeter  song, 

I'll  sing  thy  power  to  save, 
When  this  poor  lisping,  stamm'ring  tongue 

Lies  silent  in  the  grave. 


The  Lamb  of  God.  C.  M. 

OLamb  of  God  \  0  Lamb  of  God! 
0  Lamb  for  sinners  slain ! 
And  didst  thou  shed  thy  precious  blood, 
To  purge  my  guilty  stain? 


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3  126  HIS   ATONEMENT. 

2  0  Lamb  of  God !  0  Lamb  of  God ! 
0  sin-atoning  Lamb ! 

And  didst  thou  bear  my  heavy  load 
Of  sorrow,  sin  and  shame? 

3  Yes,  Lamb  of  God,  for  me,  for  me 
Thy  precious  blood  was  spilt ! 

The  streams  that  crimsoned  Calvary 
Shall  wash  away  my  guilt. 

4  0  Lamb  of  God !  such  grief  and  love 
Should  melt  my  weeping  eyes  ; 

Yet  tears  could  not  one  stain  remove 
Though  they  to  floods  should  rise. 

5  0  Lamb  of  God !  let  me  but  lay 
My  head  upon  thy  brow ; 

And  give  myself  to  thee  away, 
Just  now,  dear  Lord,  just  now. 


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Christ  the  Lamb  Slain.  L.  M. 

Behold  the  sin-atoning  Lamb, 
With  wonder,  gratitude  and  love ; 
To  take  away  our  guilt  and  shame, 
See  him  descending  from  above. 

2  Our  sins  and  griefs  on  him  were  laid : 
He  meekly  bore  the  mighty  load ; 
Our  ransom-price  he  fully  paid, 

In  groans  and  tears,  in  sweat  and  blood. 

3  To  save  a  guilty  world,  he  dies ; 
Sinners,  behold  the  bleeding  Lamb  ! 
To  him  lift  up  your  longing  eyes, 
And  hope  for  mercy  in  his  name. 

4  Pardon  and  peace  through  him  abound ; 
He  can  the  richest  blessings  give ; 
Salvation  in  his  name  is  found — 

He  bids  the  dying  sinner  live. 


HIS   ATONEMENT. 


127 


H 


Jesus,  my  Lord,  I  look  to  thee ; 
Where  else  can  helpless  sinners  go  ? 
Thy  boundless  love  shall  set  me  free 
From  all  my  wretchedness  and  woe. 


179 


180 


Christ  our  Sacrifice,  S.  M. 

Not  all  the  blood  of  beasts 
On  Jewish  altars  slain, 
Could  give  the  guilty  conscience  peace, 
Or  wash  away  the  stain. 

But  Christ,  the  heavenly  Lamb, 
Takes  all  our  sins  away ; 
A  sacrifice  of  nobler  name 
And  richer  blood  than  they. 

My  faith  would  lay  her  hand 
On  that  dear  head  of  thine, 
"While  like  a  penitent  I  stand, 
And  there  confess  my  sin. 

My  soul  looks  back  to  see 
The  burdens  thou  didst  bear, 
When  hanging  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  hopes  her  guilt  was  there. 

Believing,  we  rejoice 
To  see  the  curse  remove: 
We  bless  the  Lamb  with  cheerful  voice, 
And  sing  his  bleeding  love. 

The  Atonement  Completed.         L.  M. 
"Ths  finished! — the  Messiah  dies, — 
1    Cut  off  for  sins,  but  not  his  own ; 
Accomplished  is  the  sacrifice, — 
The  great  redeeming  work  is  done. 

2  'Tis  finished ! — all  the  debt  is  paid  ; 
Justice  divine  is  satisfied  ; 
The  grand  and  full  atonement  made  ; 
Christ  for  a  guilty  world  hath  died. 


M 


HIS   ATONEMENT. 


3  The  veil  is  rent ;  in  him  alone 
The  living  way  to  heaven  is  seen ; 
The  middle  wall  is  broken  down, 
And  all  mankind  may  enter  in. 

4  The  types  and  figures  are  fulfill' d ; 
Exacted  is  the  legal  pain ; 

The  precious  promises  are  seal'd ; 
The  spotless  Lamb  of  God  is  slain. 

5  Death,  hell  and  sin  are  now  subdued ; 
All  grace  is  now  to  sinners  given ; 
And,  lo !  I  plead  th'  atoning  blood, 
And  in  thy  right  I  claim  my  heaven. 


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Christ  our  Surety.  10s  &  lis. 

All  ye  that  pass  by,  to  Jesus  draw  nigh ; 
To  you  is  it  nothing  that  Jesus  should  die? 
Our  ransom  and  peace,  our  surety  he  is ; 
Come,  see  if  there  ever  was  sorrow  like  his. 

2  The  Lord,  in  the  day  of  his  anger,  did  lay 
Our  sins  on  the  Lamb,  and  he  bore  them  away ; 
He  dies  to  atone  for  sins  not  his  own ; 

The  Father  afflicted  for  you  his  dear  Son. 

3  For  sinners  like  me,  he  died  on  the  tree ; 
His  death  is  accepted,  the  sinner  is  free ; 
My  pardon  I  claim,  a  sinner  I  am, 

A  sinner  believing  in  Jesus's  name. 

4  He  purchased  the  grace  which  now  I  embrace ; 
0  Father !  thou  knowest  he  died  in  my  place ! 
His  death  is  my  plea — my  Advocate  see — 
And  hear  the  blood  speak  that  has  answer'd 

for  me. 

5  With  joy  we  approve  the  plan  of  his  love; 
A  wonder  to  all,  both  below  and  above ! 
"When  time  is  no  more,  we  still  shall  adore 
That  ocean  of  love,  without  bottom  or  shore. 


HIS   BURIAL.  129 


182 


God  Reconciled  in  Christ.         C.  M. 

Dearest  of  all  the  names  above, 
My  Jesus  and  my  God, 
Who  can  resist  thy  heavenly  love, 
Or  trifle  with  thy  blood  ? 

2  "lis  by  the  merits  of  thy  death 

The  Father  smiles  again ; 
'Tis  by  thine  interceding  breath, 
The  Spirit  dwells  with  men. 

3  Till  God  in  human  form  I  see, 

My  thoughts  no  comfort  find  ; 
The  holy,  just,  and  sacred  Three, 
Are  terror  to  my  mind. 

4  But  if  Immanuel's  face  appear, 

My  hope,  my  joy  begins ; 
His  name  forbids  my  slavish  fear, 
His  grace  removes  my  sins. 

5  "While  Jews  on  their  own  law  rely, 

And  Greeks  of  wisdom  boast, 
I  love  th'  incarnate  Mystery, 
And  there  I  fix  my  trust. 


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HIS  BURIAL. 


The  Burial  of  Christ.  M.  10s. 

Solemnly,  sadly,  the  mourners  draw  near, 
Jesus,  the  Saviour,  to  lay  on  the  bier ; 
Heart-broken,  weeping,  all  shrouded  in  gloom, 
Gently  they  bear  aim  away  to  the  tomb. 

Mournfully,  carefully,  solemn  and  slow, 
Down  from  the  mountain  so  sadly  they 

fdeep  anguish  in  torrents  arc  Bhed, 

While  he  is  borne  to  the  home  of  the  dead. 

'J  A 


130  HIS   RESURRECTION. 


3  Mournfully,  tenderly,  o'er  him  they  bow, 
Once  more  to  gaze  on  that  beautiful  brow: 
Sorrow  more  deeply  now  pierces  each  breast, 
Gently,  so  gently  they  lay  him  to  rest. 

4  So  have  they  buried  him  ;  now  they  depart; 
Homeward  they  move  with  a  sad,  broken  heart ; ! 
Fear  not,  poor  mourners  ;  for  angels  will  keep  ] 
Him  ye  have  laid  in  the  dark  grave  to  sleep. 


HIS  RESURRECTION. 


184 


The  Resurrection  of  Christ.        M.  7s. 

U  /Christ,  the  Lord,  is  ris'n  to-day," 

\J  Sons  of  men  and  angels  say ; 
Raise  your  joys  and  triumphs  high, 
Sing,  ye  heav'ns,  and  earth  reply. 

2  Love's  redeeming  work  is  done, 
Fought  the  fight,  the  battle  won ; 
Lo!  the  sun's  eclipse  is  o'er, 

Lo  !  he  sets  in  blood  no  more. 

3  Vain  the  stone,  the  watch,  the  seal, 
Christ  has  burst  the  gate  of  hell; 
Death  in  vain  forbids  his  rise, 
Christ  hath  open'd  Paradise. 

4  Lives  again  our  glorious  King ! 

"  Where,  0  death,  is  now  thy  sting?  " 
Once  he  died  our  souls  to  save : 
"Where's  thy  vict'ry,  boasting  grave?" 

5  Hail,  the  Lord  of  earth  and  heav'n ! 
Praise  to  thee  by  both  be  giv'n! 
Thee  we  greet  triumphant  now, 
Hail !  the  Resurrection — Thou ! 


St 


HIS   RESURRECTION.  131 


lOO  Oi/r  jRittfl  Zo/yZ.  C.  M. 

The  Saviour  ris'n,  to-day  we  praise, 
In  concert  with  the  blest ; 
For  now  we  see  his  work  complete, 
And  enter  into  rest. 

2  On  this  first  day,  a  brighter  scene 

Of  glory  was  display'd 
By  the  creating  Word,  than  when 
The  universe  was  made. 

3  He  rises,  who  mankind  has  bought 

With  grief  and  pain  extreme ; 
'Twas  great  to  speak  the  world  from  naught, 
;Twas  greater  to  redeem. 

4  How  vain  the  stone,  the  watch,  the  seal ! 

Naught  can  forbid  his  rise ; 
;Tis  he  who  shuts  the  gates  of  hell, 
And  opens  Paradise. 

5  Let  us  his  righteousness  disclose  ; 

His  death  and  rising  show ; 

Till  he  return  to  banish  woes, 

And  bless  his  saints  below. 

lOU  The  Resurrection  Morning.         C.  M. 

Blest  morning,  whose  young  dawning  rays 
Beheld  our  rising  God, 
That  saw  him  triumph  o'er  the  dust, 
And  leave  his  dark  abode. 

2  A  silent  pris'ner  in  the  tomb 

The  great  Redeemer  lay, 
Till  the  revolving  skies  had  brought 
The  third,  th'  appointed  day. 

3  Hell  and  the  grave  unite  their  force 

To  hold  our  God  in  vain ; 
The  Bleeping  Conqueror  arose, 
And  burst  their  feeble  chain! 

to _m_™S 


0  132  HIS   RESURRECTION. 


4  To  thy  great  name,  almighty  Lord, 

These  sacred  hours  we  pay ; 
And  loud  hosannas  shall  proclaim 
The  triumph  of  the  day. 

5  Salvation  and  immortal  praise 

To  our  victorious  King ; 
Let  heaven  and  earth,  and  rocks  and  seas 
With  glad  hosannas  ring. 


18' 


n 

'     Joy  Arising  from  the  Resurrection.  S.  M. 

UT^he  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed!" 

1    He  lives  to  die  no  more ; 
He  lives  the  sinners  cause  to  plead, 

Whose  curse  and  shame  he  bore. 

2  "The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed;" 
The  grave  has  lost  its  prey ; 

With  him  is  ris'n  the  ransom'd  seed, 
To  reign  in  endless  day. 

3  "  The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed;" 
Attending  angels  hear: 

Up  to  the  courts  of  heaven  with  speed, 
The  joyful  tidings  bear. 

4  Then  wake  your  golden  lyres, 
And  strike  each  cheerful  chord ; 

Join,  all  ye  bright  celestial  choirs, 
To  sing  our  risen  Lord. 


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Resurrection  of  Jesus.    H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Our  Great  Redeemer  rose, 
Our  Saviour  left  the  dead ; 
And  over  all  his  foes, 

High  raised  his  conquering  head ; 
In  wild  dismay,  the  guards  around, 
Fell  to  the  ground,  and  sunk  away. 


pr 


HIS   RESURRECTION.  133 

2  Lo!  the  angelic  bunds, 

In  full  assembly  m 
They  wait  his  high  commands, 

They  worship  at  his  feet : 
Joyful  they  come,  and  wing  their  way, 
From  realms  of  day,  to  Jesus'  tomb. 

3  Then  back  to  heaven  they  fly, 

And  the  glad  tidings  bear  ; 
Hark!  as  they  soar  on  high, 

What  music  fills  the  air! 
Their  anthems  say,  "Jesus,  who  bled, 
Hath  left  the  dead ;  he  rose  to-day." 

4  Ye  mortals,  catch  the  sound, 

Redeem' d  by  him  from  hell! 
And  send  the  echo  round 

The  globe  on  which  you  dwell : 
Transported,  cry,  "Jesus,  who  bled, 
Has  left  the  dead,  no  more  to  die." 

5  All  hail,  triumphant  Lord, 

Who  sav'st  us  with  thy  blood; 
Wide  be  thy  name  adored, 

Thou  rising,  reigning  God! 
Oh,  may  we  rise,  with  thee  to  reign, 
And  kingdoms  gain,  beyond  the  skies. 


189 


The  Illustrious  Morn.  C.  M. 

Ox  this  illustrious,  joyful  morn, 
Our  Saviour  left  the  grave; 
Was  then  declared  fch'e  Sou  of  God, 
With  mighty  power  to  save. 

Come,  humble  souls1,  and  see  the  place 
Whe  iour  lay ; 

III 

And  hail  the  solemn  day. 
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134 


HIS   RESURRECTION. 


3  In  lofty  accents  praise  his  name, 

Who  thus  in  triumph  rose  ; 
Who  broke  the  iron  bands  of  death, 
And  trampled  on  his  foes. 

4  Sing  loud  hosannas  to  your  King, 

The  Lamb  that  once  was  slain ; 
For  jou  the  royal  victim  died, 
For  you  he  rose  again. 


190 


Jesus  lias  Risen. 


P.  M.  7,6,7,7,4,7. 


Rise,  rise,  rise  from  thy  mourning ; 
Light,  light  breaks  from  the  sky ; 
See,  see,  bright  the  day  dawning ; 
Jesus  has  risen  on  high ! 

Rise,  rise,  rise,  rise, 
Jesus  has  risen  on  high ! 

2  Come,  come,  sing  to  the  Saviour ; 

Love,  love  beams  from  his  eye. 
Haste,  haste,  strive  for  his  favor, 
Worship  the  Saviour  on  high. 

Come,  come,  come,  come, 
Worship  the  Saviour  on  high. 

3  Praise,  praise  yield  him  with  gladness ; 

Earth,  earth,  banish  thy  gloom ; 
Death,  death,  where  is  thy  sadness? 
Jesus  returns  from  the  tomb. 

Praise,  praise,  praise,  praise,— 
Jesus  returns  from  the  tomb  ! 

4  Hail !  hail !  christians,  adore  him ! 

Here,  here,  anthems  we  sing ; 

There,  there  we'll  dwell  in  glory, 

Eternally  praising  the  King ; 

Hail!  hail!  all  hail! 
Eternally  praising  the  King! 


191 


192 


The  Happy  Morn.      II.  M.  6,0,6,6,8,8. 

The  happy  morn  is  come: 
Triumphant  o'er  the  grave, 
The  Saviour  leaves  the  tomb, 
Omnipotent  to  save; 
Captivity  is  captive  led; 
For  Jesus  liveth,  who  was  dead. 
Who  now  accuseth  them, 

For  whom  their  Ransom  died? 
"Who  now  shall  those  condemn, 
Whom  God  hath  justified? 
Captivity  is  captive  led ; 
For  Jesus  liveth,  who  was  dead. 
Christ  hath  the  ransom  paid  ; 
The  glorious  work  is  done ; 
On  him  our  help  is  laid, 
By  him  our  vict'ry  won : 
Captivity  is  captive  led; 
For  Jesus  liveth,  who  was  dead. 


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Mary  at  the  Tomb.         M.  7s  double. 

Mary  to  the  Saviour's  tomb, 
Hasted  at  the  early  dawn ; 
Spice  she  brought  and  sweet  perfume, 

But  the  Lord  she  loved  had  gone* 
For  a  while  she  ling'ring  stood, 

Fill'd  with  sorrow  and  surprise; 
Trembling,  while  a  crystal  flood 
Issued  from  her  weeping  eyes. 
2  But  her  sorrows  quickly  fled, 

When  she  heard  his  welcome  voice; 
Christ  has  risen  from  the  dead; 
Now  he  bids  her  heart  rejoice; 

What  a  change  his  word  ran  make, 

Turning  darkness  into  day. 
Ye  who  weep  for  Jesus'  sake, 

lie  will  wipe  your  tears  away. 


Ascension  and  Reign  of  Christ.      C.  M. 

Ofor  a  shout  of  sacred  joy 
To  God,  the  sovereign  King  ! 
Let  every  land  their  tongues  employ, 
And  hymns  of  triumph  sing. 

2  Jesus,  our  God,  ascends  on  high ; 

His  heavenly  guards  around 
Attend  him  rising  through  the  sky, 
With  trumpets7  joyful  sound. 

3  While  angels  shout  and  praise  their  King, 

Let  mortals  learn  their  strains ; 
Let  all  the  earth  his  honor  sing ; — 
O'er  all  the  earth  he  reigns. 

4  Rehearse  his  praise  with  awe  profound ; 

Let  knowledge  lead  the  song ; 
Nor  mock  him  with  a  solemn  sound 
Upon  a  thoughtless  tongue. 

5  In  Israel  stood  his  ancient  throne : 

He  loved  that  ancient  race ; 
But  now  he  calls  the  world  his  own ; 
The  heathen  taste  his  grace. 


194 


Ascension  Day.  M.  7s 

Hail  the  day  that  sees  him  rise 
Ravish' d  from  our  wishful  eyes  ! 
Christ,  a  while  to  mortals  given, 
Re-ascends  his  native  heaven. 

2  There  the  splendid  triumph  waits — 
"Lift  your  heads,  ye  heav'nly  gates  ; 
Wide  unfold  the  radiant  scene, 
Let  the  King  of  glory  in  ! " 


HIS   ASCENSION.  16  i 


3  Grant,  though  parted  from  our  sight, 
Far  aboye  yon  azure  height — 

Grant  our  hearts  may  thither  rise, 
Follow  thee  beyond  the  skies  ; 

4  There  forever  to  remain, 
Partners  of  thy  endless  reign  ; 
There  thy  face  unclouded  see, 
Find  our  heav'n  of  heav'ns  in  thee. 


195 


Triumphal  Ascension  of  Christ.      L.  M. 

Our  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead, 
Our  Jesus  is  gone  up  on  high ; 
The  pow'rs  of  hell  are  captive  led, 
Dragg'd  to  the  portals  of  the  sky. 

2  There  his  triumphal  chariot  waits, 
And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lay ; 
Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  heav'nly  gates ! 
Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way! 

3  Loose  all  your  bars  of  massy  light, 
And  wide  unfold  the  radiant  scene ; 

He  claims  those  mansions  as  his  right — 
lleceive  the  King  of  glory  in ! 

4  Who  is  the  King  of  glory?— Who? 
The  Lord,  who  all  his  foes  o'ercame : 
The  world,  sin,  death  and  hell  o'erthrew, 
And  Jesus  is  the  conqueror's  name. 

5  Lo  !  his  triumphal  chariot  waits, 
And  angels  chant  the  solemn  lav  ; 
Lift  up  your  heads,  ye  heav'nly  gates! 
Ye  everlasting  doors,  give  way  ! 

6  Who  if  fehe  King  of  glory  ?— Who? 
The  Lord,  of  b<»mi(llrv<  might  posseet, 

Th.'  Kin--  of  saints  and  angeifl  tCO, 

Lord  over  all,  for  ever  bl< 

L* 


p!3§  HIS  C0R0XATI0X> 


HIS  COKONATION. 

IJ/U  Coronation  of  Christ.  C.  M. 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  name ! 
Let  angels  prostrate  fall ; 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

2  Crown  him,  ye  martyrs  of  our  God, 

Who  from  his  altar  call ; 
Extol  the  stem  of  Jesse's  rod, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

3  Hail  him,  ye  heirs  of  David's  line, 

Whom  David  Lord  did  call : 
The  God  incarnate !  Man  Divine ! 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

4  Ye  chosen  seed  of  Israel's  race, 

Ye  ransom'd  from  the  fall, 
Hail  him  who  saves  you  by  his  grace. 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

5  Sinners,  whose  love  can  ne'er  forget 

The  wormwood  and  the  gall ; 
Go,  spread  your  trophies  at  his  feet, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

6  Let  every  kindred,  every  tribe, 

On  this  terrestrial  ball, 
To  him  all  majesty  ascribe, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 


197 


Crown  Him  Lord  of  All.  C.  M. 

Inspire  our  souls,  thou  heav'nly  Dove, 
On  thee  we  humbly  call ; 
Come,  warm  our  hearts  with  Jesus'  love, 
To  crown  him  Lord  of  all. 


-Sl 


2  The  saints  who  now  in  glory  shine, 

And  triumph  o'er  the  lull. 
In  concert  join  with  notes  divine, 
To  praise  lii m  Lord  of  all. 

Sinners,  who  now  in  him  believe, 
Whose  crimes  are  hitter  gall, 

Pardon  and  grace  from  him  receive, 
And  bless  him  Lord  of  all. 

2  The  day  will  come  when  ev'ry  voice, 
On  this  terrestrial  ball, 
Aloud  shall  sing,  exult,  rejoice, 
To  hail  him  Lord  of  all. 

5  All  heav'n,  in  one  admiring  throng, 
Before  him  prostrate  fall, 
And  join  in  sweet  seraphic  song, 
To  crown  him  Lord  of  all! 


198 


Coronation  of  the  King.    M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Look,  ye  saints ;  the  sight  is  glorious ; 
See  the  Man  of  sorrows  now; 
From  the  light  returned  victorious, 
Every  knee  to  him  shall  bow; 
vn  him,  crown  him  : 
Crowns  become  the  Victor's  brow. 

2  Crown  the  Saviour;  angels,  crown  him; 

Rich  the  trophies  Jesus  bring 

In  the  seat  of  power  enthrone  him, 
While  the  heavenly  concave  ri 

Crown  him,  crown  him  : 
Crown  tin;  Saviour  Kin-1  <»("  ].' 

3  Sinners  in  deri  mod  him, 

Mocking  thus  the  Saviour's  claim; 
Saints  and  angels  crowd  around  him, 
Own  his  title,  praise  hi-  name : 
Crown  him   crown  him : 


I  abroad  the  Victor's  fame. 


— K 

HIS   INTERCESSION. 


4  Hark,  those  bursts  of  acclamation ! 

Hark,  those  loud,  triumphant  chords ! 
Jesus  takes  the  highest  station  ; 
0,  what  joy  the  sight  affords  ! 

Crown  him,  crown  him, 
King  of  kings,  and  Lord  of  lords. 


HIS  INTERCESSION. 


199 


Christ's  Intercession.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Jesus,  hail !  enthroned  in  glory, 
There  on  high  thou  dost  abide ; 
All  the  heavenly  host  adore  thee, 
Seated  at  thy  Father's  side. 

2  There  for  sinners  thou  art  pleading  ; 

There  thou  dost  our  place  prepare : 
Ever  for  us  interceding, 
Till  in  glory  we  appear. 

3  Worship,  honor,  pow'r  and  blessing, 

Thou  art  worthy  to  receive : 
Loudest  praises  without  ceasing, 
Meet  it  is  for  us  to  give. 

4  Help,  ye  bright,  angelic  spirits ; 

Bring  your  sweetest,  noblest  lays  ; 
Help  to  sing  our  Saviour's  merits, 
Help  to  chant  Immanuers  praise. 


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The  Believer's  Surety.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Arise,  my  soul,  arise  ! 
Shake  off  thy  guilty  fears  ; 
A  bleeding  sacrifice 
In  thy  behalf  appears. 
Before  the  throne  my  Surety  stands, 
My  name  is  written  on  his  hands. 


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HIS   INTERCESSION.  141      ; 


I 


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Five  bleeding  wounds  he  bean, 

ReceiVd  on  Calvary: 

They  pour  effectnal  pra] 
They  Btronglj  plead  for  me ; 

Forgive  him,  0  forgive,  they  cry. 
Not  let  that  raiifiom'd  sinner  die! 

The  Father  hears  him  pray, 

The  dear  anointed  One: 
He  cannot  turn  away 
The  presence  of  his  Son : 
His  Spirit  answers  to  the  blood, 
And  tells  me  I  am  born  of  God. 

My  God  is  reconciled, 

His  pardoning  voice  I  hear : 
He  owns  me  for  his  child, 
I  can  no  longer  fear: 
With  confidence  I  now  draw  nigh, 
And  "Father,  Abba, Father/ }  cry. 

Christ  our  Advocate.  C.  M« 

Awake,  sweet  gratitude,  and  sing 
Tli'  ascended  Saviour's  love ; 
bow  he  lives  to  carry  on 
His  people's  cause  above. 

With  cries  and  tears,  he  offer'd  up 

His  humble  suit  below : 
But  with  authority  he  asks, 

Enthroned  in  glory  now. 

For  all  that  come  to  God  by  him, 

Salvation  he  demands; 
Points  to  their  names  upon  his  h; 

And  spreads  his  wounded  hands. 

His  sweet  atoning  sacrifice 

Gives  sanction  to  his  claim ; 
"  Father,  I  will  that  all  my  saints 

J>c  with  me  where  1  am.'' 


Fl42  HIS   REIGN.  ~^j 


5  "By  their  salvation,  recompense 

The  sorrows  I  endured  ; 
Just  to  the  merits  of  thy  Son, 
And  faithful  to  thy  word." 

6  Eternal  life,  at  his  request, 

To  every  saint  is  given : 
Safety  on  earth,  and  after  death, 
The  plenitude  of  heaven. 


HIS  EEIGN. 


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Christ's  Kingdom  and  Reign.       L.  M. 

Jesus  shall  reign,  where'er  the  sun 
Does  his  successive  journeys  run  ; 
His  kingdom  stretch  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no  more. 

2  To  him  shall  endless  prayer  be  made, 
And  endless  praises  crown  his  head ; 
His  name,  like  sweet  perfume,  shall  rise 
With  every  morning  sacrifice. 

3  People  and  realms  of  every  tongue 
Dwell  on  his  love,  with  sweetest  song ; 
And  infant  voices  shall  proclaim 
Their  early  blessings  on  his  name. 

4  Blessings  abound  where'er  he  reigns ; 
The  prisoner  leaps  to  lose  his  chains ; 
The  weary  find  eternal  rest, 
And  all  the  sons  of  want  are  blest. 

5  Let  every  creature  rise,  and  bring 
Peculiar  honors  to  our  King ; 
Angels  descend  with  songs  again, 
And  earth  repeat  the  loud  Amen. 


HIS   REIGN.  143 


A/\JO     King  of  kings  and  Lord  of  lords.   C.  M. 

The  head  that  once  was  crown'd  with  thorns, 
Is  crown'd  with  glory  now; 
A  royal  diadem  adorns 
The  mighty  Victor's  brow. 

2  The  highest  place  that  heaven  affords, 

Is  to  our  Jesus  given ; 
The  King  of  kings,  and  Lord  of  lords. 
He  reigns  o'er  earth  and  heaven. 

3  The  joy  of  all  who  dwell  above, 

The  joy  of  all  below, 
To  whom  he  manifests  his  love, 
And  grants  his  name  to  know. 

4  To  them  the  cross,  with  all  its  shame. 

With  all  its  grace,  is  given ; 
Their  name — an  everlasting  name, 
Their  joy — the  joy  of  heaven. 

5  They  suffer  with  their  Lord  below, — 

They  reign  with  him  above ; 
Their  everlasting  joy  to  know 
The  myst'ry  of  his  love. 


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The  King  of  Saints.     II.  M.  6,6,6,0,8,8. 

Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King ! 
Your  God  and  King  adore ; 
Mortals  give  thanks  and  sing, 
And  triumph  evermore. 
Lift  up  the  heart,  lift  up  the  voice, 
Rejoice,  aloud,  ye  saints,  rejoice. 

K<'i<>ic<\  the  Saviour  reigns, 

The  <!<>d  of  truth  and  love; 
When  he  had  purg'd  our  stains, 

He  took  his  Beat  above. 
Lift  up  the  heart,  lilt  up  the  voice, 
Rejoice  aloud,  ye  saints,  rejoice. 


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i:     144  HIS   REIGN. 


3  He  sits  at  God's  right  hand, 

Till  all  his  foes  submit, 
And  bow  to  his  command, 

And  fall  beneath  his  feet. 
Lift  up  the  heart,  lift  up  the  voice, 
Rejoice  aloud,  ye  saints,  rejoice. 

4  His  kingdom  cannot  fail, 

He  rules  o'er  earth  and  heav'n, 
The  keys  of  death  and  hell 
Are  to  our  Jesus  giv'n. 
Lift  up  the  heart,  lift  up  the  voice, 
Rejoice  aloud,  ye  saints,  rejoice. 

5  Rejoice  in  glorious  hope; 

Jesus,  the  Judge,  shall  come, 
And  take  his  servants  up 

To  their  eternal  home. 
We  soon  shall  hear  th'  archangel's  voice, 
The  trump  of  God  shall  sound,  rejoioe. 

** vD      The  ■  Universal  Reign  of  Christ.      L.  M. 
[ark  !  what  triumphant  strains  are  these 
Which  echo  thro'  the  vault  of  heav'n  ? 
"To  Jesus,  once  on  Calv'ry  slain, 
The  kingdoms  of  the  earth  are  giv'n." 

2  Hark !  the  new  song  before  the  throne, 
Which  only  the  redeemed  can  raise ; 
Angels  may  tune  their  golden  harps, 
But  cannot  reach  these  notes  of  praise. 

3  They  worship  our  exalted  Lord, 
And  hail  him  universal  King ; 
But  saints — the  purchase  of  his  blood, 
Can  strike  a  sweeter,  nobler  string. 

4  The  wonders  of  his  dying  love, 
Their  hallelujahs  loud  proclaim, 
While  with  extatic  joy  they  shout 
New  honors  to  his  sacred  name. 


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HIS    REIGN.  145 


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207 


Christ's  Feign.  B.  M. 

TnE  Lord  Jehovah  reigns, 
Let  all  the  nations  fear  ; 
Let  sinners  tremble  at  his  throne, 
And  saints  be  humble  there. 

Jesus,  the  Saviour,  reigns, 
Let  earth  adore  its  Lord; 
Bright  cherubs  his  attendants  wait, 
Swift  to  fulfil  his  word. 

In  Zion  stands  his  throne ; 
His  honors  are  divine  ; 
His  church  shall  make  his  wonders  known, 
For  there  his  glories  shine. 

How  holy  is  his  name ! 
How  fearful  is  his  praise ! 
Justice,  and  truth,  and  judgment  join 
In  all  the  works  of  grace. 


The  Universal  Victory  of  the  Cross.  S.  M. 

Jesus,  the  Conqu'ror,  reigns, 
In  glorious  strength  array'd  ; 
His  kingdom  over  all  maintains, 
And  bids  the  earth  be  glad : 

Ye  sons  of  men,  rejoice 
In  Jesus'  mighty  love  ; 
Lift  up  your  heart,  lift  up  your  voice, 
To  Him  who  rules  above. 

Extol  his  kingly  power  ; 
Kiss  the  exalted  feon, 
"Who  died,  and  lives  to  die  no  more, 
High  on  his  Father's  throne: 

Our  Advocate  with  God, 
1I»*  undertake!  our  i 
And  Bpreada  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 

The  vi<'t'rv  of  bifl  i  t 

a      M         '    io s! 


Jubilee  of  the  World.     M.  7s,  double. 

Hark  !  the  song  of  jubilee ! 
Loud  as  mighty  thunders  roar, 
Or  the  fulness  of  the  sea, 

When  it  breaks  upon  the  shore : 
Hallelujah !  for  the  Lord 

God  omnipotent  shall  reign ; 
Hallelujah  !  let  the  word 

Echo  round  the  earth  and  main. 

2  Hallelujah!  hark!  the  sound, 

From  the  depth  unto  the  skies, 
Wakes — above,  beneath,  around — 

All  creation's  harmonies ! 
See  Jehovah's  banner  furl'd, 

Sheath'd  his  sword :  he  speaks :  'tis  done ; 
And  the  kingdoms  of  this  world 

Are  the  kingdom  of  his  Son. 

3  He  shall  reign  from  pole  to  pole 

With  illimitable  sway: 
He  shall  reign,  when,  like  a  scroll, 

Yonder  heavens  have  pass'd  away. 
Then  the  end :  beneath  his  rod 

Man's  last  enemy  shall  fall ; 
Hallelujah!  Christ  in  God, 

God  in  Christ,  is  all  in  all. 


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Rejoicing  in  Christ's  Triumphs.     L.  M. 

Rejoice,  for  Christ,  the  Saviour  reigns ; 
He  spreads  his  triumphs  all  abroad ; 
And  sinners,  freed  from  endless  pains, 
Own  him  their  Saviour  and  their  God. 

2  His  sons  and  daughters  from  afar, 
Daily  at  Zion's  gate  arrive ; 
Those  who  were  dead  in  sin  before, 
By  sovereign  grace  are  made  alive. 


3  0,  may  his  conquests  still  increase, 
His  foernen's  pow'r  may  he  subdue  ; 
While  angels  celebrate  his  praise, 
And  saints  his  growing  glories  show. 

4  Loud  hallelujahs  to  the  Lamb, 
From  all  below,  from  all  above; 
In  lofty  songs  exalt  his  name, 
In  songs  as  lofty  as  his  love. 


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Christ's  Victory.     P.  M.  8,7,8,7,7,7. 

Who  is  this  that  comes  from  Edom  ? 
All  his  raiment  stain'd  with  blood ; 
To  the  captive  speaking  freedom, 
Bringing  and  bestowing  good; 
Glorious  in  the  garb  he  wears, 
Glorious  in  the  spoil  he  bears. 

2  ;Tis  tho  Saviour,  now  victorious, 

Traveling  onward  in  his  might; 
'Tis  the  Saviour,  0,  how  glorious, 

To  his  people  is  the  sight ! 
Satan  conquered,  and  the  grave, 
Jesus  now  is  strong  to  save. 

3  Why  that  blood  his  raiment  staining? 

'Tie  the  blood  of  many  slain; 
Of  his  foes,  there's  none  remaining, 

Now  the  contest  to  maintain  : 
FalPn  are  they,  no  more  to  rise ; 
All  their  glory  prostrate  lies. 

4  Mighty  Victor,  reign  forever  ! 

Wear  the  crown  so  dearly  WOD  ! 
Never  shall  thy  people,  never, 

•  t<>  Bing  what  th0U  hast  'I 

Thou  hast  fought  thy  people's  I 

Thou  hast  heard  thy  people's  v 


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Christ  Enthroned.       P.  M.  8,7,8,7,7,7. 

Hark  !  ten  thousand  harps  and  voices 
Sound  the  note  of  praise  above  ; 
Jesus  reigns,  and  heaven  rejoices, 

Jesus  reigns  the  God  of  love : 
See,  he  sits  on  yonder  throne — 
Jesus  rules  the  world  alone. 

2  Jesus,  hail !  whose  glory  brightens 

All  above,  and  gives  it  worth  ; 
Lord  of  life,  thy  smile  enlightens, 

Cheers,  and  charms  thy  saints  on  earth, 
When  we  think  of  love  like  thine, 
Lord,  we  own  it  love  divine. 

3  King  of  glory,  reign  forever ; 

Thine  an  everlasting  crown  ; 
Nothing  from  thy  love  shall  sever 

Those  whom  thou  hast  made  thine  own. 
Happy  objects  of  thy  grace, 
Destined  to  behold  thy  face. 

4  Saviour,  hasten  thine  appearing  ; 

Bring,  0,  bring  the  glorious  day, 
When,  the  awful  summons  hearing, 

Heav'n  and  earth  shall  pass  away; 
Then  with  golden  harps  we'll  sing, 
"  Glory,  glory  to  our  King." 


THE  HOLY  SPIRIT. 

ZiZ     Breathing  after  the  Holy  Spirit.      C.  M. 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heav'nly  Dove, 
With  all  thy  quick' ning  powers  ; 
Kindle  a  flame  of  sacred  love 
In  these  cold  hearts  of  ours. 


2  Look  how  we  grovel  here  below, 

Fond  of  these  earthly  toys  J 
Our  souls  how  heavily  they  go, 
To  reach  eternal  joys  ! 

3  In  vain  we  tune  our  formal  songs, 

In  vain  we  strive  to  rise ; 
Hbsannas  languish  on  our  tongues, 
And  our  devotion  dies. 

4  Dear  Lord !  and  shall  we  ever  live 

At  this  poor  dying  rate ; 
Our  love  so  faint,  so  cold  to  thee, 
And  thine  to  us  so  great? 

5  Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heav'nly  dove, 

With  all  thy  quick'ning  pow'rs ; 
Come  shed  abroad  the  Saviour's  love, 
And  that  shall  kindle  ours. 


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Prayer  for  the  Guidance  of  the  Spirit.  L.M. 

PIome,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  J) 
\J  With  light  and  comfort  from  above  ; 
Be  thou  our  guardian,  thou  our  guide 
O'er  every  thought  and  step  preside. 

;     2  Conduct  us  safe,  conduct  us  far 
From  every  sin  and  hurtful  snare ; 
Lead  to  thy  word,  that  rules  must  give, 
And  teach  us  lessons  how  to  live. 

The  light  of  truth  to  us  display, 

And  make  us  know  and  choose  thy  way  ; 

Plant  holy  fear  in  every  heart. 

That  we  from  God  may  ne'er  depart. 

Lead  us  to  holiness,  the  road 
That  wo  must  take  to  dwell  with  God ; 
Lefljd  us  to  Christ,  the  tiling  way. 
Nor  let  us  from  hu  l  bray. 

M* 


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THE   HOLY   SPIRIT. 


5  Lead  us  to  God,  our  final  rest, 
In  his  enjoyment  to  be  bless'd; 
Lead  us  to  heaven,  the  seat  of  bliss, 
Where  pleasure  in  perfection  is. 


214 


Descent  of  the  Holy  Spirit.  L.  M. 

Great  was  the  day,  the  joy  was  great, 
When  the  belov'd  disciples  met ; 
And  on  their  heads  the  Spirit  came, 
And  sat  like  cloven  tongues  of  flame. 

2  What  gifts,  what  miracles  he  gave  ! 
The  power  to  kill,  the  power  to  save ; 
Furnished  their  tongues  with  wondrous  words, 
Instead  of  shields,  and  spears,  and  swords. 

3  Thus  armed,  he  sent  the  champions  forth, 
From  east  to  west,  from  south  to  north  : 
Go,  and  assert  your  Saviour's  cause — 
Go,  spread  the  rnyst'ry  of  his  cross. 

4  These  weapons  of  the  holy  war, 
Of  what  almighty  force  they  are, 
To  make  our  stubborn  passions  bow, 
And  lay  the  proudest  rebel  low ! 

5  The  Greeks  and  Jews,  the  learned  and  rude, 
Are  by  these  heavenly  arms  subdued ; 
While  Satan  rages  at  his  loss, 

And  hates  the  doctrine  of  the  cross. 


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Prayer  for  the  Spirit.  S.  M. 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come, 
Let  thy  bright  beams  arise ; 
Dispel  the  sorrow  from  our  minds, 
The  darkness  from  our  eyes. 

Convince  us  of  our  sin ; 
Then  lead  to  Jesus'  blood ; 
And  to  our  wond'ring  view  reveal 
The  secret  love  of  God. 


THE   HOLY   SPIRIT. 


216 


Revive  our  drooping  faith ; 
Our  doubts  and  fears  remove  ; 
And  kindle  in  our  breasts  the  flame 
Of  never-dying  love. 

'Tis  thine  to  cleanse  the  heart, 
To  sanctify  the  soul, 
To  pour  fresh  life  in  every  part, 
And  new-create  the  whole. 


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Fear  of  Grieving  the  Spirit. 

And  shall  I  still  the  Spirit  grieve  ? 
And  still  reject  his  call? 
Oh,  will  he  not  the  rebel  leave, 
In  sin's  dark  way  to  fall? 

2  Shall  I  the  heavenly  Friend  refuse, 

And  drive  him  from  my  heart  ? 
His  warnings  and  his  love  abuse, 
And  bid  him  hence  depart? 

3  Will  he  not  justly  give  me  o'er, 

Though  ready  now  to  save? 
Will  he  not  bar  the  heavenly  door, 
When  I  his  pity  crave  ? 

4  "  Depart!"  will  he  at  last  reply! 

0,  may  I  now  attend  : 
Now  to  the  cross  for  mercy  fly, 
And  make  my  God  my  friend. 


CM. 


The  Striving  of  the  Spirit. 

Say,  sinner,  hath  a  voice  within 
Oft  whispered  to  thy  secret  soul : 
Urged  thee  to  leave  the  ways  of  sin, 
And  yield  thy  heart  to  God's  control? 

2  Sinner,  it  was  a  heav'nly  voice, 
It  was  the  Spirit's  gracious  call ; 
It  bade  thee  make  the  better  choice, 
And  haste  to  seek  in  Christ  thine  all. 


L.  M. 


JS 


THE   HOLY   SPIRIT. 


Spurn  not  the  call  to  life  and  light; 
Regard  in  time  the  warning  kind ; 
That  call  thou  mayst  not  always  slight, 
And  yet  the  gate  of  mercy  find. 

4  God's  Spirit  will  not  always  strive 
With  hardened,  self-destroying  man; 
Ye,  who  persist  his  love  to  grieve, 
May  never  hear  his  voice  again. 

5  Sinner,  perhaps  this  very  day 
Thy  last  accepted  time  may  be ; 

Oh,  shouldst  thou  grieve  him  now  away, 
Then  hope  may  never  beam  on  thee. 

^lO  Life,  Light  and  Love,  C.  M. 

Enthroned  on  high,  Almighty  Lord, 
The  Holy  Ghost  send  down ; 
Fulfill  in  us  thy  faithful  word, 
And  all  thy  mercies  crown. 

2  Though  on  our  heads  no  tongues  of  fire 
Their  wondrous  powers  impart, 

Grant,  Saviour,  what  we  most  desire, — 
Thy  Spirit  in  our  heart. 

3  Spirit  of  life  and  light  and  love, 
Thy  heavenly  influence  give ; 

Quicken  our  souls,  our  guilt  remove, 
That  we  in  Christ  may  live. 

4  To  our  benighted  minds  reveal 
The  glories  of  his  grace, 

And  bring  us  where  no  clouds  conceal 
The  brightness  of  his  face. 

5  His  love  within  us  shed  abroad, — 
Life's  ever-springing  well; 

Till  God  in  us,  and  we  in  God, 
In  love  eternal  dwell. 


THE   HOLY    SPIRIT. 


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219 


The  Spirit's  Enlightening  Influences.  CM. 

Come,  Holy  Ghost,  our  hearts  inspire ; 
Let  us  thine  influence  prove ; — 
Source  of  the  old  prophetic  fire ; 
Fountain  of  life  and  love. 

2  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  for  moved  by  thee 

The  prophets  wrote  and  spoke : 
Unlock  the  truth,  thyself  the  key ; 
Unseal  the  sacred  book. 

3  Expand  thy  wings,  celestial  Dove ; 

Brood  o'er  our  nature's  night; 
On  our  disordered  spirits  move, 
And  let  there  now  be  light. 

4  God,  through  himself,  we  then  shall  know. 

If  thou  within  us  shine: 
And  sound,  with  all  thy  saints  below, 
The  depths  of  love  divine. 

&&\J  God's  Spirit  will  not  always  Strive. 
Quench  not  the  Spirit  of  the  Lord, 
The  Holy  One  from  heaven ; 
The  Comforter,  beloved,  adored, 
To  man  in  mercy  given. 

2  Quench  not  the  Spirit  of  the  Lord : 
"He  will  not  always  strive:" 

Oh,  tremble  at  that  awful  word ; 
Sinner  !  awake  and  live. 

3  Quench  not  the  Spirit  of  the  Lord, 
It  is  thy  only  hope; 

Oh,  let  his  aid  be  now  implored, 
Let  prayer  be  lifted  up. 

4  Grieve  not  the  Spirit  of  the  Lord, 
Heirs  of  redeeming  grace; 

With  grateful  hearts  his  love  record 
Whose  presence  fills  the  place. 


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154  THE   HOLY   SPIRIT. 

ZZl  Prayer  to  the  Spirit  M.  7s. 

[.racious  Spirit,  Love  divine, 
r  Let  thy  light  within  me  shine ; 
All  my  guilty  fears  remove, 
Fill  me  full  of  heaven  and  love. 

2  Speak  thy  pardoning  grace  to  me, 
Set  the  burdened  sinner  free ; 
Lead  me  to  the  Lamb  of  God, 
Wash  me  in  his  precious  blood. 

3  Life  and  peace  to  me  impart, 
Seal  salvation  on  my  heart ; 
Breathe  thyself  into  my  breast, 
Earnest  of  immortal  rest. 

4  Let  me  never  from  thee  stray, 
Keep  me  in  the  narrow  way  ; 
Fill  my  soul  with  joy  divine, 
Keep  me,  Lord,  forever  thine. 

The  Work  of  the  Holy  Spirit         L.  M. 

In  vain  had  God  the  Father  sent 
His  only  Son,  to  save  our  race, 
Had  not  the  Holy  Spirit  lent, 
His  priceless  soul-converting  grace. 

2  In  vain  had  Jesus  shed  his  blood 
For  wretched,  guilty,  ruined  man, 
Had  not  the  Spirit  of  our  God 
Revealed  the  wonders  of  his  plan. 

3  Blest  Spirit !  by  thy  gracious  ray 
Our  darkened  souls  are  made  to  see 
That  Jesus  is  the  only  "way" 
To  God,  and  blest  eternity. 

4  ;Tis  by  thy  soul-uniting  aid, 
We  grow  as  branches  on  the  "vine," — 
By  thee,  in  righteousness  arrayed, 
Our  souls,  in  heaven,  shall  ever  shine. 


THE   HOLY   SPIRIT. 


5  Then  honor,  glory,  praise  and  love, 
To  God  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 
And  thee,  blest  Spirit,  holy  Dove, 
We'll  ever  give,  before  the  throne. 

Z£o  Pleading  for  ike  Spirit.  II.M.G,G,6,6,8,8. 
|U  thou  that  nearest  prayer, 
Attend  our  humble  cry  ; 
And  let  thy  servants  share 

Thy  blessing  from  on  high : 
We  plead  the  promise  of  thy  "word ; 
Grant  us  thy  Holy  Spirit,  Lord. 


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2  If  earthly  parents  hear 

Their  children  when  they  cry; 
If  they,  with  love  sincere, 

Their  varied  wants  supply ; 
Much  more  wilt  thou  thy  love  display, 
And  answer  when  thy  children  pray. 

3  Our  heavenly  Father,  thou  ; 

We,  children  of  thy  grace : 
Oh,  let  thy  Spirit  now 

Descend  and  fill  the  place : 
So  shall  we  feel  the  heav'nly  flame, 
And  all  unite  to  praise  thy  name. 

4  Oh,  may  that  sacred  fire, 

pending  from  above, 
Our  languid  hearts  inspire 

With  fervent  zeal  and  love; 
Enlighten  our  beclouded  e 
And  teach  our  loncrina;  souls  to  rise. 


Love,  Repose,  Aseura  C.  M. 

INTERNAL  Spirit!  God  of  truth! 
J  Our  contrite  hearts  inspire; 
Kindle  the  flame  of  heavenly  love, 
And  feed  the  pure  desire. 


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THE   GOSPEL. 


2  'Tis  thine  to  soothe  the  sorrowing  mind, 

With  guilt  and  fear  opprest ; 
'Tis  thine  to  bid  the  dying  live, 
And  give  the  weary  rest. 

3  Subdue  the  power  of  every  sin, 

Whate'er  that  sin  may  be; 
That  we  in  singleness  of  heart, 
May  worship  only  thee. 

4  Then  with  our  spirits  witness  bear, 

That  we  are  sons  of  God : 
Redeemed  from  sin,  and  death,  and  hell, 
Through  Christ's  atoning  blood. 


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THE  GOSPEL. 

The  Gospel  Trumpet. 


CM.  I 


Let  every  mortal  ear  attend, 
And  every  heart  rejoice ; 
The  trumpet  of  the  gospel  sounds, 
With  an  inviting  voice. 

2  Ho !  all  ye  hungry,  starving  souls, 

That  feed  upon  the  wind, 
And  vainly  strive  with  earthly  toils, 
To  fill  th'  immortal  mind  ! — 

3  Eternal  wisdom  has  prepared 

A  soul-reviving  feast, 
And  bids  your  longing  appetites 
The  rich  provision  taste. 

4  Ho !  ye  that  pant  for  living  streams, 

And  pine  away  and  die  ! 
Here  you  may  quench  your  raging  thirst 
With  springs  that  never  dry. 


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THE   GOSPEL. 


5  Rivers  of  love  and  mercy,  here, 

In  a  rich  ocean  join  ; 
Salvation  in  abundance  flows, 
Like  floods  of  milk  and  wine. 

6  The  happy  gates  of  gospel  grace 

Stand  open  night  and  day ; 
Lord,  we  are  come  to  seek  supplies, 
And  drive  our  wants  away. 


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227 


Praise  for  the  Gospel.    P.M.  6,6,4,6,6,6,4. 

Come,  let  our  voices  raise 
A  song  of  grateful  praise, 
And  thankful  love ; 
Let  each  a  tribute  bring, 
Let  all  awake  and  sing 
Praise  to  our  heav'nly  King, 
Who  dwells  above. 

2  The  gospel's  sacred  page 
Reveals  to  every  age 

Salvation  free. 
0,  send  the  joyful  sound, 
And  let  it  echo  round, 
Till  praises  loud  resound, 

0  God,  to  thee ! 

3  Accept  our  ofFrings,  God, 

To  spread  thy  truth  abroad, — 

Our  labors  own : 
At  length  at  thy  right  hand, 
May  we  together  stand, 
And,  with  the  angel-band, 
Surround  thy  throne ! 


The  Blessings  of  the  Gospel. 

God,  in  the  gospel  of  his  Son, 
Mak'-s  hifl  eternal  counsels  known, 
WIkto  love  in  all  its  glory  shines, 
And  truth  is  drawn  in  fairest  lines. 
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L.M. 


Here,  sinners  of  an  humble  frame 
May  taste  his  grace,  and  learn  his  name ; 
May  read,  in  characters  of  blood, 
The  wisdom,  power  and  grace  of  God. 

3  Here,  faith  reveals,  to  mortal  eyes, 
A  brighter  world  beyond  the  skies ; 

Here,  shines  the  light  which  guides  our  way, 
From  earth  to  realms  of  endless  day. 

4  Oh !  grant  us  grace,  almighty  Lord ! 
To  read  and  mark  thy  holy  word, 
Its  truths  with  meekness  to  receive, 
And  by  its  holy  precepts  live. 

5  May  this  blest  volume  ever  lie 

Close  to  my  heart,  and  near  mine  eye, — 
Till  life's  last  hour,  my  soul  engage, 
And  be  my  chosen  heritage. 

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The  Joyful  Sound, 

Salvation  !  0  the  joyful  sound ! 
What  pleasure  to  our  ears ; 
A  sov'reign  balm  for  every  wound, 
A  cordial  for  our  fears. 

2  Salvation !  let  the  echo  fly 

The  spacious  earth  around, 

"While  all  the  armies  of  the  sky 

Conspire  to  raise  the  sound. 

3  Salvation !  0  thou  bleeding  Lamb ! 

To  thee  the  praise  belongs: 
Salvation  shall  inspire  our  hearts, 
And  dwell  upon  our  tongues. 

Zao       The  Gospel  the  Power  of  God. 

What  shall  the  dying  sinner  do, 
That  seeks  relief  for  all  his  woe  ? 
Where  shall  the  guilty  conscience  find 
Ease  for  the  torment  of  the  mind  ? 


CM. 


L.M. 


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THE   GOSPEL. 


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2  How  shall  we  get  our  crimes  forgiv'n, 
Or  form  our  natures  fit  for  heav'n? 
Can  souls  all  o'er  defiFd  with  sin, 

Make  their  own  powers  and  passions  clean? 

3  In  vain  we  search,  in  vain  we  try, 
Till  Jesus  brings  his  gospel  nigh ! 
'Tis  there  such  power  and  glory  dwell, 
As  saves  rebellious  souls  from  hell. 

4  This  is  the  pillar  of  our  hope, 
That  bears  our  fainting  spirits  up  ; 
We  read  the  grace,  we  trust  the  word, 
And  find  salvation  in  the  Lord. 

5  Let  men  or  angels  dig  the  mines, 
Where  nature's  golden  treasure  shines ; 
Brought  near  the  doctrine  of  the  cross, 
All  nature's  gold  appears  but  dross. 

£0\J  The  Power  of  the  Gospel.  L.  B£ 

Tnis  is  the  word  of  truth  and  love, 
Sent  to  the  nations  from  above; 
Jehovah  here  resolves  to  show 
What  his  almighty  grace  can  do. 

2  This  remedy  did  wisdom  find. 
To  heal  diseases  of  the  mind ; 

This  .sovereign  balm,  whose  virtues  can 
Restore  the  ruin'd  creature,  man. 

3  The  gospel  bids  the  dead  revive ; 
Sinners  obey  the  voice,  and  live ; 
Dry  bones  are  raised  and  cloth'd  afresh ; 
And  hearts  of  stone  are  turn'd  to  flesh. 

4  May  but  this  grace  my  soul  renew — 
Let  sinners  gate,  and  hate  me  too; 
The  word  that  saves  me  does  engage 
A  sure  defence  from  all  their  rajre. 


THE   GOSPEL. 


•     The  Law  and  Gospel  Contrasted.      S.  M. 

The  law  by  Moses  came, 
But  peace  and  truth  and  love 
Were  brought  by  Christ,  a  nobler  name, 
Descending  from  above. 

Amidst  the  house  of  God, 
Their  different  works  were  done  ; 
Moses  a  faithful  servant  stood, 
But  Christ  a  faithful  Son. 

Then  to  his  new  commands 
Be  strict  obedience  paid ; 
O'er  all  his  Father's  house  he  stands, 
The  sovereign  and  the  head. 

The  man  that  durst  despise 
The  law  that  Moses  brought, 
Behold,  how  terribly  he  dies, 
For  his  presumptuous  thought. 

But  sorer  vengeance  falls 
On  that  rebellious  race, 
AYho  hate  to  hear  when  Jesus  calls, 
And  dare  resist  his  grace. 


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The  Gospel  Jubilee.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Blow  ye  the  trumpet !  blow 
The  gladly-solemn  sound ! 
Let  all  the  nations  know, 
To  earth's  remotest  bound: 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come, — 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

Exalt  the  Lamb  of  God, 

The  sin-atoning  Lamb : 
Redemption  in  his  blood 

Through  all  the  world  proclaim : 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come, — 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 


THE   GOSPEL. 


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Servants  of  sin  and  hell, 

Your  liberty  receive, 
And  safe  in  Jesus  dwell, 
And  blest  in  Jesus  live : 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come, — 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

The  gospel  trumpet  hear, 

The  news  of  pardoning  grace ; 
Ye  happy  souls  draw  near, 
Behold  the  Saviour's  face : 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come, — 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

Jesus,  our  great  High  Priest, 

Has  full  atonement  made; 
Ye  weary  spirits,  rest, 

Ye  mournful  souls,  be  glad : 
The  year  of  jubilee  is  come, — 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 


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Whoever  will,  let  him  Come.         C.  M. 

0!  what  amazing  words  of  grace 
Are  in  the  gospel  found ! 
Suited  to  every  sinner's  case, 
Who  knows  the  joyful  sound. 

Poor  sinful,  thirsty,  fainting  souls 

Are  freely  welcome  here ; 
Salvation,  like  a  river,  rolls 

Abundant,  free  and  clear. 

Come  then,  with  all  your  wants  and  wounds, 

Your  every  burden  bring ; 
Here  love,  unchanging  love  abounds, 

A  deep,  celestial  spring. 

Whoever  will,  (0  gracious  word!) 
Shall  of  this  stream  partake ; 

Come,  thirsty  souls,  and  bless  the  Lord, 
And  drink  for  Jesus' B I ke. 

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162  THE   GOSPEL. 


5  Millions  of  sinners  vile  as  you, 
Have  here  found  life  and  peace ; 
Come  then,  and  prove  its  virtues  too, 
And  drink,  adore  and  bless. 

^t)4     The  Gospel  Obeyed  or  Resisted.      L.  M. 

Thus  saith  the  wisdom  of  the  Lord, 
"  Blest  is  the  man  that  hears  my  word 
Keeps  daily  watch  before  my  gates, 
And  at  my  feet  for  mercy  waits. 

2  "The  soul  that  seeks  me  shall  obtain 
Immortal  wealth  and  heavenly  gain  ; 
Immortal  life  is  his  reward, 

Life,  and  the  favor  of  the  Lord. 

3  "  But  the  vile  wretch  that  flies  from  me, 
Does  his  own  soul  an  injury; 

Fools,  that  against  my  grace  rebel, 
Seek  death,  and  love  the  road  to  hell." 

^OO  The  Gospel's  Potency.  C.  M. 

[ail,  mighty  Jesus !  how  divine 
Is  thy  victorious  sword ! 
The  stoutest  rebel  must  resign 
At  thy  commanding  word. 

2  How  deep  the  wounds  thine  arrows  give  ! 
They  pierce  the  hardest  heart ; 

Thy  smiles  of  grace  the  slain  revive, 
And  joy  succeeds  to  smart. 

3  Still  gird  thy  sword  upon  thy  thigh ; 
Ride  with  majestic  sway  ; 

Go  forth,  great  Prince,  triumphantly, 
And  make  thy  foes  obey. 

5  And  when  thy  victories  are  complete, 
And  all  the  chosen  race 
Shall  round  the  throne  of  glory  meet, 
To  sing  thy  conquering  grace  — 


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EXHORTATION. 


163' 


5  Oh  !  may  my  humble  soul  be  found 
Among  that  favor' d  band ; 
And  I  with  them  thy  praise  will  sound 
Throughout  Immanuers  land. 


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The  Gospel's  Call.         M.  8,7,8,7,4,7. 

Sinners,  hear,  for  God  hath  spoken ; 
'Tis  the  God  that  reigns  on  high; 
He,  whose  law  the  world  has  broken, 
Sends  you  tidings  of  great  joy: 

Hear  his  message, 
Hear  it,  sinners,  lest  ye  die. 

2  Hear  the  gospel,  sinners,  hear  it, 

Joyful  news  from  heaven  it  brings ; 
Here's  a  fountain,  0,  draw  near  it ! 
Open'd  by  the  King  of  kings : 

Living  water, 
Thence  in  streams  eternal  springs. 

3  Sinner,  hear — why  will  you  perish  ? 

Death  to  life,  0 !  why  prefer  ? 

Why  your  vain  delusions  cherish  ? 

Why  from  truth  persist  to  err  ? 

Wisdom  calls  you : 
Happy  they  who  learn  of  her. 


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EXHORTATION. 


Sinners  Entreated.  CM. 

Sinners,  the  voice  of  God  regard! 
His  mercy  speaks  to-day ; 
He  calls  you,  by  his  sovereign^  word, 
From  sin's  destructive  way. 


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EXHORTATION. 


2  Like  the  rough  sea,  that  cannot  rest, 

You  live  devoid  of  peace ; 
A  thousand  stings  within  your  breast 
Deprive  your  souls  of  ease. 

3  Your  way  is  dark,  and  leads  to  hell ; 

Why  will  you  persevere  ? 
Can  you  in  endless  torments  dwell, 
Shut  up  in  black  despair? 

4  Why  will  you  in  the  crooked  ways 

Of  sin  and  folly  go  ? 
In  pain  you  travail  all  your  days, 
To  reap  immortal  woe ! 

5  But  he  who  turns  to  God  shall  live, 

Through  his  abounding  grace : 
His  mercy  will  the  guilt  forgive 
Of  those  who  seek  his  face. 


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Exhortation  to  Old  and  Young.      C.  M. 

Dear  people,  all  attention  give, 
And  hear  what  I  do  say : — 
I  long  your  precious  souls  should  live 
In  everlasting  day. 

2  Remember  you  are  hastening  on 

To  death's  dark,  gloomy  shade; 
Your  joys  on  earth  will  soon  be  gone, 
Your  flesh  in  dust  be  laid. 

3  Death's  iron  gate  you  must  pass  through, 

Ere  long,  my  precious  friend ; 

Where  do  you  then  expect  to  go? 

0  !  what  will  be  your  end  ? 

4  Pray,  meditate,  before  too  late, 

While  in  a  gospel  land ; 
Behold,  King  Jesus  at  the  gate 
Most  lovingly  doth  stand. 


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EXHORTATION. 


165 


5  Young  men,  how  can  you  turn  your  face 

From  such  a  glorious  friend? 
Will  you  pursue  the  dangerous  race, 
Regardless  of  the  end  ? 

6  Will  you  pursue  the  awful  road, 

That  leads  to  death  and  hell? 
Will  you  rush  on,  bold  foes  to  God, 
With  devils  for  to  dwell? 

7  Young  women,  too,  what  will  you  do, 

If  out  of  Christ  you  die? 
From  all  God's  people  you  must  go, 
To  weep,  lament  and  cry. 

8  Come  old,  come  young,  who  feel  your  guilt, 

The  fountain's  open'd  wide ; 
For  you  that  precious  blood  was  spilt, 
That  flow'd  from  Jesus'  side. 

9  Here  you  may  drink  in  endless  joy, 

And  sing  redeeming  love, 
Till  golden  harps  your  souls  employ, 
In  praising  Christ  above. 


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Delay  Xot. 


M.  lis. 


Delay  not,  delay  not,  0  sinner,  draw  near! 
The  waters  of  life  are  now  flowing  for  thee ; 
No  price  is  demanded,  the  Saviour  is  here, 
Redemption  is  purchas'd,  salvation  is  free. 

2  Delay  not,  delay  not ;  why  longer  abuse 
The  love  and  compassion  of  Jesus  thy  God? 
A  fountain  is  opened,  how  canst  thou  refuse 
To  wash  and  be  cleans'd  in  his  pardoning  blood? 

3  Delay  not,  delay  not,  0  sinner,  to  come, 

For  mercy  still  Lingers,  and  calls  thee  to-day; 
Her  voice  is  not  heard  in  the  vale  of  the  tomb  ; 
Her  message,  unheeded,  will  soon  pass  away. 


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^166  EXHORTATION. 


4  Delay  not,  delay  not — the  Spirit  of  grace, 
Long  grieved  and  resisted,  may  take  its  sad 

flight,    . 
And  leave  thee  in  darkness  to  finish  thy  race — 
To  sink  in  the  gloom  of  eternity's  night. 

5  Delay  not,  delay  not — the  hour  is  at  hand — 
The  earth  shall  dissolve,  and  the  heavens  shall 

fade; 
The  dead,  small  and  great,  in  the  Judgment 

shall  stand ; 
What  pow'r  then,  0,  sinner,  shall  lend  thee  its 

aid? 

Z±[)        He  Justifieth  the  Ungodly.  C.  M. 

Lovers  of  pleasure  more  than  God, 
For  you  Christ  suffered  pain  ; 
For  you  the  Saviour  spilt  his  blood : 
And  shall  he  bleed  in  vain? 

2  Sinners,  his  life  for  you  he  paid  ; 

Your  basest  crimes  he  bore ; 

Your  sins  were  all  on  Jesus  laid, 

That  you  might  sin  no  more. 

3  To  earth  the  great  Redeemer  came, 

That  you  might  enter  heav'n : 
Believe,  believe  in  Jesus'  name, 
And  all  your  sin  's  forgiv'n. 

4  Believe  in  him  who  died  for  thee ; 

And,  sure  as  he  hath  died, 
Thy  debt  is  paid,  thy  soul  is  free, 
And  thou  art  justified. 


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Expostulation.  M.  7s,  double. 

Sinners,  turn ;  why  will  ye  die  ? 
God,  your  Maker,  asks  you,  why ; 
God,  who  did  your  being  give, 
Made  you  with  himself  to  live. 


EXHORTATIOX. 


167  n 


He  the  fatal  cause  demands, 
Asks  the  work  of  his  own  hands ; — 
Why,  ye  thankless  creatures,  why 
"Will  ye  cross  his  love  and  die? 

Sinners,  turn;  why  will  ye  die? 
God,  your  Saviour,  asks  you  why ; 
He  who  did  your  souls  retrieve, 
Died  himself,  that  you  might  live. 
Will  ye  let  him  die  in  vain  ? — 
Crucify  your  Lord  again? 
Why,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  why 
Will  ye  slight  his  grace,  and  die? 

Sinners,  turn;  why  will  ye  die? 
God  the  Spirit  asks  you  why  ; 
He  who  all  your  lives  hath  strove, 
Woo'd  you  to  embrace  his  love. 
Will  ye  not  his  grace  receive? 
Will  ye  still  refuse  to  live? 
Why,  ye  long-sought  sinners,  why 
Will  ye  grieve  your  God  and  die? 


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Free  Will. 


L.M. 


Kxow,  sinners,  every  one  is  free 
To  choose  his  course,  and  what  he'll  be; 
For  this  eternal  truth  is  giv'n : 
That  God  will  force  no  man  to  heav'n. 

2  He'll  draw,  persuade,  direct  aright, 
Bless  us  with  wisdom,  love  and  light : 
In  nameless  ways  be  good  and  kiad; 
But  never  force  the  human  mind. 

3  Freedom  and  reason  make  us  men ; 
Take  these  away,  what  are  we  then? 
Merc  animals,  and  just  as  well, 

E'en  brutes  might  think  of  heav'n  or  hell. 


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168  EXHORTATION. 


4  0,  then,  no  more  your  powers  abuse, 
But  ways  of  truth  and  goodness  choose ! 
Our  God  is  pleased  when  we  improve 
His  grace,  and  seek  the  world  above. 

5  But  if  you  take  the  downward  road, 
And  make  in  hell  your  last  abode ; 
Our  God  is  clear,  and  you  shall  know 
You  plung'd  yourselves  in  endless  woe ! 


XttO  Watch  and  Pray.     P.M.  8,6,8,6,8,8. 

Go  watch  and  pray :  thou  canst  not  tell 
How  near  thine  hour  may  be  ; 
Thou  canst  not  know  how  soon  the  bell 

May  toll  its  notes  for  thee : 
Death's  countless  snares  beset  thy  way; 
Frail  child  of  dust,  go  watch  and  pray. 

2  Fond  youth,  while  free  from  blighting  care, 

Does  thy  firm  pulse  beat  high  ? 
Do  hope's  glad  visions,  bright  and  fair, 

Sparkle  before  thine  eye  ? 
Soon  these  must  change,  must  pass  away ; 
Frail  child  of  dust,  go  watch  and  pray. 

3  Ambition,  stop  thy  panting  breath  ; 

Pride,  sink  thy  lifted  eye  ! 
Behold,  the  caverns  dark  with  death 

Before  you  open  lie ! 
The  heav'nly  warning  now  obey ; 
Ye  sons  of  pride,  go  watch  and  pray. 

4  Thou  aged  man !  life's  wintry  storm 

Hath  sear'd  thy  vernal  bloom ; 
With  trembling  limbs  and  wasting  form 

Thou'rt  bending  o'er  the  tomb : 
And  can  vain  hope  lead  thee  astray  ? 
Go !  weary  pilgrim,  watch  and  pray 

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244 


&, 


If  the  Lord  be  God,  Serve  Him.      S.  M. 

Let  Joshua's  solemn  charge, 
To  Israel's  army  giv'n, 
Persuade  the  souls  of  all,  this  day 
To  choose  the  God  of   heav'n. 

How  blessed  is  the  choice, 
To  love  and  serve  the  Lord  ! 
May  he  each  heart  constrain  to  trust 
Upon  his  sacred  word. 

This  will  afford  us  joy, 
In  every  scene  of  grief; 
From  hence  will  flow  our  daily  peace, 
Our  comfort  and  relief. 

Amid  our  doubts  and  fears, 
Our  choice  of  God  will  prove, 
That  he  first  chose  us  by  his  grace, 
As  subjects  of  his  love. 

May  sinners  round  us  see, 
How  wise  was  Joshua's  choice ; 
And  feel  constrain'd  by  sovereign  love, 
In  Jesus  to  rejoice. 

All  Things  Earnest.  M.  7s. 

Time  is  earnest,  passing  by; 
Death  is  earnest,  drawing  nigh. 
Sinner,  wilt  thou  trifling  be? 
Time  and  death  appeal  to  thee. 

Life  is  earnest;  when  'tis  o'er, 
Thou  returnest  never  more. 
Soon  to  meet  eternity, 
Wilt  thou  never  serious  be? 

Heaven  u  earnest:  solemnly 
Float  its  voioea  down  to  thee. 
0  thou  mortal!   art  thou  gay, 
Sporting  through  thine  earthlv  day? 
0 


170 


EXHORTATION. 


4  Hell  is  earnest:  fiercely  roll 
Burning  billows  near  thy  soul. 
Woe  to  thee,  if  thou  abide 
Unredeem'd,  unsanctified. 

5  God  is  earnest ;  kneel  and  pray, 
Ere  thy  season  pass  away — 

Ere  he  set  his  judgment  throne — 
Vengeance  ready — mercy  gone. 

6  Christ  is  earnest — bids  thee  "come; 
Paid  thy  spirit's  priceless  sum. 
Wilt  thou  spurn  the  Saviour's  love, 
Pleading  with  thee  from  above  ? 

7  0,  be  earnest!  Loitering 
Thou  wilt  perish :  lingering 
Be  no  longer — rise  and  flee ; 
Lo !  thy  Saviour  waits  for  thee. 


246 


Behold,  I  stand  at  the  door  and  knock.  L.  M. 

Behold  the  Saviour  at  thy  door ; 
He  gently  knocks,  has  knocked  before ; 
Has  waited  long,  is  waiting  still, 
You  treat  no  other  friend  so  ill. 

2  0 !  lovely  attitude !  he  stands, 

With  melting  heart  and  outstretched  hands ! 
0 !  matchless  kindness !  and  he  shows 
This  matchless  kindness  to  his  foes. 

3  Admit  him — for  the  human  breast 
Ne'er  entertained  so  kind  a  guest; 
Admit  him — or  the  hour's  at  hand, 
When  at  his  bar,  denied  you'll  stand. 

4  Open  my  heart,  Lord,  enter  in — 
Slay  every  foe,  and  conquer  sin ; 
I  now  to  thee  my  all  resign — 
My  body,  soul,  shall  all  be  thine. 


jar 


AWAKENING.  171 


247 


AWAKENING. 

Sinner,  Prepare  to  Meet  God.       M.  7s. 

SINKER,  art  thou  still  secure? 
Wilt  thou  still  refuse  to  pray? 
Can  thy  heart  or  hand  endure 
In  the  Lord's  avenging  day  ? 

2  See,  his  mighty  arm  is  bared, 
Awful  terrors  clothe  his  brow? 
For  his  judgment  stand  prepared — 
Thou  must  either  break  or  bow. 

3  At  his  presence  nature  shakes — 
Earth,  affrighted,  hastes  to  flee; 
Solid  mountains  melt  like  wax  ; 
What  will  then  become  of  thee? 

4  Who  his  advent  may  abide? 
You,  who  glory  in  your  shame, 
Will  you  find  a  place  to  hide 
When  the  world  is  wrapped  in  flame? 

5  Lord,  prepare  us  by  thy  grace — 
Soon  we  must  resign  our  breath ; 
And  our  souls  be  caird  to  pass 
Through  the  iron  gate  of  death. 

6  Let  us  now  our  day  improve, 
Listen  to  the  gospel  voice  ; 
Seek  the  things  that  are  above  : 
Scorn  the  world's  pretended  joys. 


248 


An- ful  Subjects.  CM. 


My  thoughts  on  awful  subjects  roll — 
Damnation  ahd  the  dead  ; 
What  horrors  seize  the  guilty  soul, 
Upon  u  dying  bed ! 


tet 


AWAKENING. 


2  Ling'ring  about  these  mortal  shores, 
She  makes  a  long  delay  ; 

Till,  like  a  flood,  with  rapid  force, 
Death  sweeps  the  wretch  away. 

3  Then  swift  and  dreadful  she  descends 

Down  to  the  fiery  coast, 

Amongst  abominable  fiends, 

Herself  a  frighted  ghost. 

4  There  endless  crowds  of  sinners  lie, 

And  darkness  makes  their  chains ; 
Tortur'd  with  keen  despair,  they  cry, 
Yet  wait  for  fiercer  pains. 

5  Not  all  their  anguish  and  their  blood, 

For  their  own  guilt  atones, 
Nor  the  compassion  of  a  God 
Shall  hearken  to  their  groans. 

6  Amazing  grace  that  kept  my  breath, 

Nor  bid  my  soul  remove, 
Till  I  had  learn'd  my  Saviour's  death, : — 
May  I  secure  his  love. 

A)~ktJ  The  Impenitent  Warned.  S.  M. 

(Estruction's  dang'rous  road, 
What  multitudes  pursue! 
While  that,  which  leads  the  soul  to  God, 
Is  known  or  sought  by  few. 

Believers  enter  in 
By  Christ,  the  living  door  ; 
But  they,  who  will  not  leave  their  sin, 
Must  perish  evermore. 

If  self  must  be  denied, 
And  sin  forsaken  quite ; 
They  rather  choose  the  way  that's  wide, 
And  strive  to  think  it  right. 


D! 


AWAKENING.  173 


Encompassed  by  a  throng, 
On  numbers  they  depend  ; 
They  think  so  many  can't  be  wrong 
And  miss  a  happy  end. 

But  numbers  are  no  mark 
That  men  will  right  be  found ; 
A  few  were  sav'd  in  Noah's  ark, 
For  many  millions  drown'd. 

Obey  the  gospel  call, 
And  enter  while  you  may ; 
The  flock  of  Christ  remains  still  small, 
And  none  are  safe,  but  they. 

Lord,  open  sinners'  eyes, 
Their  awful  state  to  see ; 
And  make  them,  ere  the  storm  arise, 
To  thee  for  safety  flee. 


250 


The  Incorrigible  Warned.      .      S.  M. 

Sixner  !  awake,  to  think 
On  what  may  be  thy  doom ; 
Awake  and  tremble,  ere  thou  sink 
Below  the  silent  tomb. 

Sure  there  is  nought  on  earth, 
Has  half  the  Saviour's  charms  ; 
And  wilt  thou  then,  with  scornful  mirth 
Kepel  him  from  thy  arms  ? 

See  how  he  interpos'd 
Between  the  curse  and  thee  ; 
What  wondrous  words  of  grace  compos'd, 

To  set  thy  spirit  free. 

How  bitter  was  his  pain, 
What  heart  ran  o'er  conceive? 
And  wilt  thou  sec  him  die  in  vain? 
And  not  his  mercy  crave? 

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174  AWAKENING. 


How  stupid  and  deprav'd 
Must  be  that  wretched  soul, 
That  still  refuses  to  be  sav'd, 
And  yield  to  his  control. 

Where  can  ye  hope  to  dwell, 
When  from  this  world  ye  go  ? 
Why  choose  the  road  that  leads  to  hell 
And  everlasting  woe  ? 


251 


Sinners  Counselled.  C.  M. 

Ye  unconverted,  careless  souls, 
Wake  up,  and  turn  to  God : 
Or  else  you'll  surely  be  condemn'd, 
And  fall  beneath  his  rod. 

2  For  in  the  Bible  it  is  said, 

By  him  who  cannot  lie, 
"  Repent,  believe,  be  born  again — 
The  soul  that  sins  shall  die." 

3  Now,  sinners,  lay  this  well  to  heart, 

And  turn  without  delay  ; 
0,  hasten  to  the  Saviour's  arms, 
Whilst  it  is  call'd  to-day. 

4  It  is  your  wisdom  so  to  do, 

'T  will  be  your  interest  too : 

Then  be  entreated  now  to  come 

To  Christ,  who  died  for  you. 

AjOAl    Destruction  Awaits  the  Rebellious.  C.  M. 

Sinner,  how  oft  hath  God  reprov'd, 
And  filFd  thee  with  distress ! 
Yet  still  thou  perseverest  in 
The  paths  of  wickedness. 

2  Sudden  destruction  soon  will  come 
On  those  who  thus  rebel ; 
Eternal  vengeance  will  consign 
Their  guilty  souls  to  hell. 


AWAKENING. 


*  175^ 


3  0,  tremble  at  the  awful  thought, 
And  yield  to  sov'rcign  grace, 
Lest  God  should  say,  "I'll  strive  no  more," 
And  frown  thee  from  his  face. 

£dd  The  Sinner  Exhorted.  L.  M. 

S  inner,  0,  why  so  thoughtless  grown  ? 
Why  in  such  dreadful  haste  to  die? 
Why  speed  thy  flight  to  worlds  unknown — 
Regardless  of  thy  destiny  ? 

2  Wilt  thou  defy  the  wrath  of  God, 
Led  on  by  sin's  delusive  dreams  ? 
Madly  despise  the  Saviour's  blood, 
And  force  thy  passage  to  the  flames  ? 

3  Sinner,  0,  lift  thy  thoughts  above, 
And  hear  the  Lord  of  life  unfold 
The  glories  of  his  dying  love — 
Forever  telling,  yet  untold ! 

The  Sinner  Warned.  M.  7s. 

[aste,  0  sinner,  to  be  wise; 
Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun  ; 
Wisdom  warns  thee,  from  the  skies, 
All  the  paths  of  death  to  shun. 

2  Haste,  and  mercy  now  implore ; 
Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun ; 
Thy  probation  may  be  o'er, 
Ere  this  evening's  work  is  done. 

3  Haste,  0  sinner,  now  return ; 
Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun ; 
Lest  thy  lamp  should  cease  to  burn, 
Ere  salvation's  work  is  done. 

4  Haste,  while  yet  thou  canst  be  blest  ; 
Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun; 
Death  may  thy  poor  soul  arrest, 
Ere  the  morrow  is  begun. 


HJ 


iSL 


176  AWAKENING. 


w 


*>UU  The  Accepted  Hour.  C.  M. 

Jow  is  the  time,  th'  accepted  hour: 
0,  sinners,  come  away  ; 
The  Saviour's  knocking  at  your  door ; 
Arise  without  delay. 

2  0  don't  refuse  to  give  him  room, 
Lest  mercy  should  withdraw ; 

He'll  then  in  robes  of  vengeance  come, 
To  execute  his  law. 

3  Then,  where,  poor  mortals,  will  you  be, 
If  destitute  of  grace ; 

When  you  your  injured  judge  shall  see, 
And  stand  before  his  face? 

4  0  let  not  all  these  calls  be  vain, 
But  lend  a  list'ning  ear  ; 

Lest  you  should  meet  them  all  again, 
When  wrapt  in  black  despair. 


256 


The  Hypocrite.— Job  27 :  8.  S.  M. 

Let  hypocrites  attend, 
And  view  their  awful  state — 
Consider  well  their  latter  end, 
Before  it  be  too  late. 
Religion's  form  is  vain, 
While  we  deny  its  pow'r : 
What  will  the  hypocrite  obtain 
In  death's  tremendous  hour? 

Now,  he  may  credit  gain, 
And  in  his  afflu'nce  roll ; 
But  all  his  profit  will  be  pain, 
When  God  shall  take  his  soul. 

Then,  0,  what  dread  surprise, 
What  horror  and  dismay ! 
When  death  shall  open  wide  his  eyes, 
And  tear  his  mask  away. 


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257 


Lord,  search  and  know  my  heart, 

And  make  my  soul  sine-- 

And  bid  hypocrisy  depart, 
And  keep  my  conscience  clear. 


TJie  Doomed  Man.  C.  M. 

Tiierk  is  a  time — we  know  not  when — 
A  point — we  know  not  where, — 
That  marks  the  destin}'  of  men, 
To  glory  or  despair. 

2  There  is  a  time — by  us  unseen — 

That  crosses  every  path  ; 
The  hidden  boundary  between 
God's  patience  and  his  wrath. 

3  0!  where  is  this  mysterious  bourn, 

By  which  our  path  is  crost; 
Beyond  which,  God  himself  has  sworn, 
that  he  who  goes  is  lost? 

4  How  far  may  we  go  on  in  sin? 

How  long  will  God  forbear? 
AVhere  does  hope  end?  and  where  begin 
The  confines  of  despair? 

5  An  answer  from  the  skies  is  sent: 

••  Ye  that  from  God  depart. 
While  it  is  call'd  to-day,  repent, 
And  harden  not  your  heart/' 

AjOkj         y0  Probation  in  the  Grave, 

Whilk  life  prolongs  its  precious  light, 
Mercy  is  found,  and  peace  is  given; 
But  s.xm,  ah!  soon  approaching  night 

Shall  blot  out  every  hope  of  heaven. 

2  Soon  borne  on  time's  most  rapid  wing, 

Shall  death  command  you  to  the  grave, 
Before  hi<  bar  your  spirits  bring, 
And  none  be  found  to  hear  or  Bave. 

12 


L.  M. 


3  In  that  lone  land  of  deep  despair 

No  sabbath's  heav'nly  light  shall  rise, 
No  God  regard  your  bitter  prayer, 
No  Saviour  call  you  to  the  skies. 

4  While  God  invites,  how  blest  the  day ! 
How  sweet  the  gospel's  charming  sound ! 
Come,  sinners,  haste,  0,  haste  away  ! 
While  yet  a  pard'ning  God  is  found. 


259 


S 


The  Alarm.        P.  M.  7,6,7,6,7,7,7,6. 
top,  poor  sinners !  stop  and  think, 


Before  you  further  go ! 
Will  you  sport  upon  the  brink 

Of  everlasting  woe? 
On  the  verge  of  ruin  stop, 

Now  the  friendly  warning  take  ; 
Stay  your  footsteps,  ere  you  drop 

Into  the  burning  lake. 

2  Say,  have  you  an  arm  like  God, 

That  you  his  will  oppose  ? 
Fear  ye  not  that  iron  rod, 

With  which  he  breaks  his  foes? 
Can  you  stand  in  that  dread  day, 

Which  his  justice  shall  proclaim, 
When  the  earth  shall  melt  away 

Like  wax  before  the  flame? 

3  Ghastly  death  will  quickly  come, 

And  drag  you  to  his  bar : 
Then  to  hear  your  awful  doom 

Will  fill  you  with  despair ! 
All  your  sins  will  round  you  crowd : 

You  shall  mark  their  crimson  die ; 
Each  for  vengeance  crying  loud; 

And  what  can  you  reply ! 


Though  your  heart  were  made  of  steel, 
Your  forehead  lined  with  brass, 

God  at  Length  will  make  3-011  feel, — 
lie  will  not  let  you  pasa ; 

Sinners  then  in  vain  will  call, — 
Those  who  now  despise  his  grace, — 

"Rocks  and  mountains,  on  us  fall, 
And  hide  us  from  his  face." 


PENITENTIAL. 

^UU  Indwelling  Sin  Lamented.         C.  M. 

With  tears  of  anguish,  I  lament, 
Here  at  thy  feet,  my  God* 
My  passion,  pride  and  discontent, 
And  vile  ingratitude. 

2  Sure,  there  was  ne'er  a  heart  so  base, 
So  false  as  mine  has  been ; 
So  faithless  to  its  promises, 
So  prone  to  every  sin. 

2  How  long,  dear  Saviour,  shall  I  feel 
These  struggles  in  my  breast? 
AVhen  wilt  thou  bow  my  stubborn  will, 
And  give  my  conscience  rest. 

4  Break,  sovereign  grace,  0,  break  the  charm, 
And  set  the  captive  free ; 
Reveal,  almighty  God,  thine  arm, 
And  haste  to  rescue  me. 

9fi1 

Ajxjl  The  Bemoaning  Sinner.  CM. 

And  now  the  scales  have  left  mine  eyes, 
\«>w  I  began  to  see; 
0,  the  cursM  deeds  my  sins  have  done — 
What  murd'roufl  things  they  be! 


180 


PENITENTIAL. 


2  Were  these  the  traitors,  dearest  Lord, 

That  thy  fair  body  tore  ? 
Monsters,  that  stain' d  those  heav'nly  limbs 
With  floods  of  purple  gore  ? 

3  Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  had  done, 

My  dearest  Lord  was  slain, 
When  justice  seized  God's  only  Son, 
And  put  his  soul  to  pain  ? 

4  Forgive  my  guilt,  0  Prince  of  peace  ! 

I'll  wound  my  God  no  more ; 
Hence  from  my  heart,  ye  sins, begone! 
For  Jesus  I  adore. 

5  Furnish  me,  Lord,  with  heav'nly  arms 

From  grace's  magazine ; 
And  I'll  proclaim  eternal  war 
With  every  darling  sin. 


4 


262 


feL 


Sin  Lamented.  S.  M. 

Ah  !  whither  should  I  go, 
Burden'd,  and  sick,  and  faint? 
To  whom  should  I  my  troubles  show, 
And  pour  out  my  complaint? 

My  Saviour  bids  me  come ; 
Oh  !  why  do  I  delay  ? 
He  calls  the  weary  sinner  home, 
And  yet  from  him  I  stay. 

What  is  it  keeps  me  back, 
From  which  I  cannot  part, 
Which  will  not  let  the  Saviour  take 
Possession  of  my  heart  ? 

Jesus,  the  hindrance  show, 
Which  I  have  fear'd  to  see ; 
And  let  me  now  consent  to  know 
What  keeps  me  back  from  thee. 


PENITENTIAL.  181 


5  Some  cursed  thing  unknown 
Must  surely  lurk  within, 

Some  idol  which  I'll  not  disown, 
Some  secret  bosom  sin. 

6  My  God,  now  search  me  through, 
My  inmost  heart  now  try  ; 

Oh,  break  my  will,  thy  will  to  do, 
And  save  me,  lest  I  die. 

253  Godly  Sorroiv.  C.  M. 

Prostrate,  dear  Jesus,  at  thy  feet, 
A  guilty  rebel  lies  ; 
And  upward  to  thy  mercy-seat 
Presumes  to  lift  his  eyes. 

2  Oh,  let  not  justice  frown  me  hence ; 

Stay,  stay  the  vengeful  storm  ! 
Forbid  it  that  Omnipotence 
Should  crush  a  feeble  worm. 

3  If  tears  of  sorrow  would  suffice 

To  pay  the  debt  I  owe, 
Tears  should  from  both  my  weeping  eyes 
In  ceaseless  torrents  flow. 

4  But  no  such  sacrifice  I  plead, 

To  expiate  my  guilt ; 
No  tears  but  those  which  thou  hast  shed ; 
No  blood,  but  thou  hast  spilt. 

5  Think  of  thy  sorrows,  dearest  Lord ! 

And  all  my  sins  forgive: 
Justice  will  well  approve  the  word 
That  bids  the  sinner  live. 


264 


M' 


Confession  and  Pardon.  S.  M. 

y  sorrows,  like  a  flood, 
Impatient  of  restraint, 
Into  thy  bosom,  0  my  God, 
P6ur  "lit  a  long  complaint, 
p 


182 


PENITENTIAL. 


How  often  have  I  stood 
A  rebel  to  the  skies ! 
And  yet,  and  yet — 0  matchless  grace  !- 
Thy  thunder  silent  lies. 

Overcome  by  dying  love, 
Here  at  thy  cross  I  lie : 
Submit  my  soul,  my  all,  to  thee, 
And  weep,  and  love,  and  die/ 

"Rise,"  says  the  Saviour,  "rise; 
Behold  my  wounded  veins ! 
Here  flows  a  sacred  crimson  flood 
To  wash  away  thy  stains." 

See,  God  is  reconciled ! 
Behold  his  smiling  face  ! 
Let  sinners  in  his  love  rejoice, 
And  sound  aloud  his  grace. 


265 


The  Stubborn  Heart  L.  M. 

Ofor  a  glance  of  heavenly  day, 
To  melt  this  stubborn  stone  away ! 
And  thaw,  with  beams  of  love  divine, 
This  heart,  this  frozen  heart  of  mine! 

2  The  rocks  can  rend ;  the  earth  can  quake ; 
The  seas  can  roar ;  the  mountains  shake : 
Of  feeling  all  things  show  some  sign, 
But  this  unfeeling  heart  of  mine. 

3  To  hear  the  sorrows  thou  hast  felt, 
Dear  Lord,  an  adamant  would  melt ! 
But  I  can  read  each  moving  line, 
And  nothing  moves  this  heart  of  mine. 

4  Eternal  Spirit,  mighty  God, 
Apply  within  the  Saviour's  blood : 
;Tis  his  rich  blood,  and  his  alone, 
Can  move  and  melt  this  heart  of  stone. 


PENITENTIAL.  183 

^00       Conviction  of  Sin  by  the  Law.       C.  M. 

Lord,  how  secure  my  conscience  was, 
And  felt  no  inward  dread: 

I  was  alive  without  the  law. 

And  thought  my  sins  were  dead. 

2  My  hopes  of  heav'n  were  firm  and  bright, 
But  since  the  precept  came 

"With  a  convincing  power  and  light, 
I  find  how  vile  I  am. 

3  My  guilt  appeared  but  small  before, 
Till  I  with  terror  saw 

How  perfect,  holy,  just  and  pure 
Was  thine  eternal  law. 

4  Then  felt  my  soul  the  heavy  load, 

My  sins  revived  again ; 
I  had  provoked  a  dreadful  God, 
And  all  my  hopes  were  slain. 

5  I'm  like  a  helpless  captive,  sold 

Under  the  power  of  sin ; 
I  cannot  do  the  good  I  would, 
Nor  keep  my  conscience  clean. 

6  My  God,  I  cry  with  every  breath, 

Exert  thy  power  to  save ; 
Oh,  break  the  yoke  of  sin  and  death, 
And  thus  redeem  the  slave. 

^0  *  Fullness  of  Christ.  M.  7s. 

Bleeding  hearts,  defiled  by  sin. 
Jesus  Christ  can  make  you  clean  ; 
Contrite  souls,  with  guilt  Opprest, 
Jesus  Christ  can  give  you  rest. 

2  You  who  mourn  your  follies  past, 
Precious  hours  and  years  laid  waste, 
Turn  to  God,  0,  turn  and  live; 
Jesus  Christ  can  still  forgive. 


184  PENITENTIAL. 


3  You  who  oft  have  wandered  far 
From  the  light  of  Bethleh'm's  star, 
Trembling,  now  your  steps  retrace ; 
Jesus  Christ  is  full  of  grace. 

4  Souls  benighted  and  forlorn, 
Griev'd,  afflicted,  tempest-worn, 
Now  in  Israel's  Rock  confide ; 
Jesus  Christ  for  man  has  died. 

5  Fainting  souls,  in  peril's  hour, 
Yield  not  to  the  tempter's  pow'r  ; 
On  the  risen  Lord  rely : 

Jesus  Christ  now  reigns  on  high. 

*rUO  Burden  of  Guilt.  C.  M. 

With  guilt  oppress'd,  bow'd  down  with  sin, 
Beneath  its  load  I  groan  ; 
Give  me,  0  Lord,  a  heart  of  flesh ; 
Remove  this  heart  of  stone. 

2  A  burden' d  sinner,  lo !  I  come, 

In  dread  of  death  and  hell : 
0,  seal  my  pardon  with  thy  blood, 
And  all  my  fears  dispel. 

3  Nor  peace,  nor  rest,  my  soul  can  find, 

Till  thy  dear  cross  I  see ; 
Till  there  in  humble  faith  I  cry, 
"  The  Saviour  died  for  me." 

4  0,  give  this  true  and  living  faith, 

This  soul-supporting  view ; 
Till  old  things  be  forever  past, 
And  all  within  be  new. 


269 


The  Conquering  Love  of  Jesus.     C.  M. 

Othat  I  could  my  Lord  receive, 
Who  did  the  world  redeem ; 
Who  gave  his  life  that  I  might  live 
A  life  conceaPd  in  him. 


PENITENTIAL.  185 


0  that  I  eould  the  blessing  prove, — 
My  heart's  extreme  desire; 

Live  happy  in  my  Saviour's  love, 
And  in  his  arms  expire. 

In  answer  to  ten  thousand  pray'rs, 
Thou  pardoning  God,  descend; 

Number  me  with  salvation's  heirs, 
My  sins  and  troubles  end. 

Nothing  I  ask  or  want  beside, 
Of  all  in  earth  or  heav'n ; 

But  let  me  feel  thy  blood  applied, 
And  live  and  die  forgiv'n. 


270 


The  Contrite  Siriner.  C.  M. 

Othou  !  whose  tender  mercy  hears 
Contrition's  humble  sigh ; 
Whose  hand,  indulgent,  wipes  the  tears 
From  sorrow's  weeping  eye  ; — 

2  See,  low  before  thy  throne  of  grace, 

A  wretched  wanderer  mourn : 
Hast  thou  not  bid  me  seek  thy  face? 
Hast  thou  not  said — " Return?" 

3  And  shall  my  guilty  fears  prevail 

To  drive  me  from  thy  feet? 
Thy  word  of  promise  cannot  fail, 
My  tower  of  safe  retreat. 

4  Oh !  shine  on  this  benighted  heart, 

With  beams  of  mercy  shine ; 
And  let  thy  healing  voice  impart 
A  taste  of  joys  divine. 


271 


Prayer  for  Contrition.  L.  M. 

Ogive  me  Lord,  my  sins  to  mourn, 
ling,  which  have  thy  body  torn  ; 
(live  me  with  broken  heart,  to  see 
Thy  last  tremendous  agony. 
P* 


®  186  PENITENTIAL. 


2  0 !  could  I  gain  the  mountain's  height, 
And  gaze  upon  that  wond'rous  sight ! 
0 !  that  with  Salem's  daughters,  I 
Could  stand  and  see  my  Saviour  die. 

3  I'd  hang  around  his  feet  and  cry, 
Lord,  save  a  soul  condemned  to  die, 
And  let  a  wretch  come  near  thy  throne, 
To  plead  the  merits  of  thy  Son. 

4  Father  of  mercy !  drop  thy  frown, 
And  give  me  shelter  in  thy  Son  ; 
And  with  my  broken  heart  comply, — 
0!  give  me  Jesus,  or  I  die. 

5  0  Lord !  deny  me  what  thou  wilt, 

If  thou  wouldst  ease  me  of  my  guilt : 
Good  Lord,  in  mercy  hear  me  cry, 
And  give  me  Jesus,  or  I  die. 

6  0 !  save  my  soul  from  gaping  hell, 
Or  else  with  devils  I  must  dwell ; 
0 !  might  I  enter,  now  I'm  come — 
Lord  Jesus,  save — and  take  me  home. 


272 


The  Convicted  Sinner.  L.  M. 

With  aching  heart  and  weeping  eyes, 
My  guilty  soul  for  mercy  cries : 
What  shall  I  do,  or  whither  flee, 
T'  escape  that  vengeance  due  to  me  ? 

2  Till  now  I  saw  no  danger  nigh, 
I  lived  at  ease,  nor  fear'd  to  die ; 
Wrapt  up  in  self-deceit  and  pride, 

"  I  shall  have  peace  at  last,"  I  cried. 

3  But  when,  great  God !  thy  light  divine 
Had  shone  on  this  dark  soul  of  mine, 
Then  I  beheld  with  trembling  awe, 
The  terrors  of  thy  holy  law. 


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PENITENTIAL. 


4  How  dreadful  now  my  guilt  appears, 
In  childhood,  youth  and  growing  years ; 
Before  thy  pure  discerning  eye, 

Lord,  what  a  filthy  wretch  am  I ! 

5  Should  vengeance  still  my  soul  pursue, 
Death  and  destruction  are  my  due : 
Yet  mercy  can  my  guilt  forgive, 

And  bid  a  dying  sinner  live. 

6  Does  not  thy  sacred  word  proclaim, 
Salvation  free  in  Jesus'  name  ? 

To  him  I  look  and  anxious  cry, 

"0,  save  a  wretch  condemned  to  die  \" 


273 


Godly  Sorrow.  M. 

Sovereign  Kuler,  Lord  of  all. 
Prostrate  at  thy  feet  I  fall : 
Hear,  0,  hear  my  ardent  cry  : 
Frown  not,  lest  I  faint  and  die. 


2  Vilest  of  the  sons  of  men, 
Worst  of  rebels  I  have  been ! 
Oft  abus'd  thee  to  thy  face, 
Trampled  on  thy  richest  grace ! 

3  Justly  might  thy  vengeful  dart 
Pierce  this  bleeding,  broken  heart  ; 
Justly  might  thy  kindled  ire 
Blast  me  in  eternal  fire. 

4  But  with  thee  there's  mercy  found, 
Balm  to  heal  my  every  wound : 
Soothe,  0,  soothe  the  troubled  breast ; 
Give  the  weary  wand'rer  rest. 

5  Then  my  happy  soul  shall  sing 
Glory  to  my  heav'nly  King, 

Whose  most  precious  blood  can  cleanse 
All  the  earth-born  sons  of  sense. 


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188  INVITATION. 

INVITATION. 


274 


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The  Invitation  Hymn.      M.  8s,  7s,  &  4. 

Come,  ye   sinners,  poor  and  needy, 
Weak  and  wounded,  sick  and  sore ; 
Jesus  ready  stands  to  save  you, 
Full  of  pity,  love,  and  power : 

He  is  able, 
He  is  willing  :  doubt  no  more. 

2  Now,  ye  needy,  come  and  welcome ; 

God's   free  bounty  glorify  ; 
True  belief  and  true  repentance, — 
Every  grace  that  brings  you  nigh, — 

Without  money, 
Come  to  Jesus  Christ  and  buy. 

3  Let  not  conscience  make  you  linger ; 

Nor  of  fitness  fondly  dream : 
All  the  fitness  he  requireth 
Is  to  feel  your  need  of  him ; 

This  he  gives  you, — 
'Tis  the  Spirit's  glimmering  beam. 

4  Come,  ye  weary,  heavy-laden, 

Bruis'd  and  mangled  by  the  fall ; 
If  you  tarry  till  you're  better, 
You  will  never  come  at  all ; 

Not  the  righteous, 
Sinners,  Jesus  came  to  call. 

5  Agonizing  in  the  garden, 

Lo  !  your  Maker  prostrate  lies ! 
On  the  bloody  tree  behold  him  ! 
Hear  him  cry  before  he  dies, 

"It  is  finished!" 
Sinners,  will  not  this  suffice  ? 


INVITATION.  189  ^ 

6  Lo !  th'  incarnate  God  ascending, 

Pleads  the  merit  of  his  blood ; 
Venture  on  him,  venture  freely, 
Let  no  other  trust  intrude; 

None  but  Jestu 
Can  do  helpless  sinners  good. 

7  Saints  and  angels,  join'd  in  concert, 

Sing  the  praises  of  the  Lamb. 

While  the  blissful  seats  of  heaven, 

Sweetly  echo  with  his  name ; 

Hallelujah! 
Sinners  here  may  do  the  same. 

"  iO  Just  as  Thou  Art.     P.  M.  8,8,8,0. 

Just  as  thou  art — without  one  trace 
Of  love,  or  joy,  or  inward  grace, 
Or  meetness  for  the  heavenly  place, 
0  guilty  sinner,  come. 

2  Thy  sins  I  bore  on  Calvary's  tree ; 
The  stripes,  thy  due,  were  laid  on  me, 
That  peace  and  pardon  might  be  free — 

0  wretched  sinner,  come. 

3  Burden' d  with  guilt,  wouldst  thou  be  blest, 
Trust  not  the  world ;  it  gives  no  rest : 

I  bring  relief  to  hearts  opprest — 
0  weary  sinner,  come. 

4  Come,  leave  thy  burden  at  the  cross ; 
Count  all  thy  gains  but  empty  dross: 
My  grace  repays  all  earthly  loss — 

0  needy  sinner,  come. 

5  Come,  hither  bring  thy  boding  fears, 
Thy  aching  heart,  thy  bursting  tears: 
'Tia  mercy's  voice  salutes  thine  ears; 

0  trembling  sinner,  oome. 

6  "The  Spirit  and  thfe  bride  say,  Come;" 
Rejoicing  saint-  re-echo,  Come: 

Who  faints  who  thirsty  who  will  may  come: 
Thy  Savimir  bidl  thee  come. 


'     190  INVITATION. 


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&  ■ ' '        Ji?/  /SW,  6riwe  me  toe  Heart.      C.  M. 
"hat  language  now  salutes  the  ear? 
It  is  our  Father's  voice ! 
Let  all  the  world  attentive  hear, 
And  every  soul  rejoice. 

2  Sinner,  he  kindly  speaks  to  thee, 
However  vile  thou  art ; 

Here's  grace  and  pardon,  rich  and  free ; 
My  son,  give  me  thy  heart. 

3  For  thee,  a  traitor,  Jesus  bled, 
And  suffered  dreadful  smart : 

For  thee  the  Lord  was  crucified — 
My  son,  give  me  thy  heart. 

4  Tho'  thou  hast  long  my  grace  withstood, 
And  said  to  me  depart, 

I  claim  the  purchase  of  my  blood — 
My  son,  give  me  thy  heart. 

5  Fll  form  thee  for  myself  alone, 
And  every  good  impart : 

I'll  make  my  great  salvation  known — 
My  son,  give  me  thy  heart. 

6  Come,  Lord,  and  conquer  now  my  heart, 
Set  up  in  me  thy  throne ; 

Bid  sin  and  Satan  hence  depart, 
And  claim  me  as  thy  own. 


277 


The  Gospel  Feast.  L.  M. 

Come,  sinners,  to  the  gospel  feast, 
Let  every  soul  be  Jesus'  guest ; 
There  needs  not  one  be  left  behind, 
For  God  hath  bidden  all  mankind. 

The  Lord  hath  sent  to  you  the  call ; — 
The  invitation  is  to  all : 
Come  all  the  world,  come  sinner,  thou, 
All  things  in  Christ  are  ready  now. 


INVITATION.  191  ' 


3  Come  all  ye  souls  by  sins  opprest, 
Ye  restless  wand'rers  after  rest: 

Ye  poor  and  maim'd,  and  halt  and  blind, 
In  Christ  a  hearty  welcome  find. 

4  The  message  as  from  God  receive : 
You  all  may  come  to  Christ  and  live, 
0!  let  his  love  your  souls  constrain, 
Nor  suffer  him  to  die  in  vain. 

5  His  love  is  mighty  to  compel ; 

His  conquering  love  consent  to  feel ; 
Yield  to  his  love's  resistless  pow'r, 
And  fight  against  your  God  no  more. 

6  See  him  set  forth  before  your  eyes, 
That  precious,  bleeding  sacrifice; 
His  oner'd  benefits  embrace, 

And  freely  now  be  sav'd  by  grace. 

7  This  is  the  time,  no  more  delay, 
The  invitation  is  to-day; 

Come  in  this  moment  at  his  call, 
And  live  for  him  who  died  for  all. 


278 


Disconsolate  Invited.     P.  M.  11,10,11,10. 

Come,  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye  languish, 
Come,  at  the  mercy-seat  fervently  kneel: 
Here  bring  your  wounded  hearts,  here  tell  your 

anguish  ; 
Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heav'n  cannot  heal. 

2  Joy  of  the  desolate,  light  of  the  straying, 
Hope  of  the  penitent,  fadeless  and  pure. — 
Here  speaks  the  Comforter,  in  meroj  Baying, 
Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heav'n  cannot  cure. 

3  Here  see  the  bread  of  life  ;  see  waters  flowing 
Forth  from  the  throne  «>H  lod,  boundless  in  love: 
Come  to  the  fea-t  prepar'd  ;  come,  ever  knowing 

Earth  has  no  sorrow  but  heav'n  can  rem 

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The  Spirit,  in  our  hearts, 
Is  whispering,  "  Sinner,  come;" 
The  bride,  the  church  of  Christ,  proclaims 
To  all  his  children,  "Come  I" 

2  Let  him  that  heareth,  say, 
To  all  about  him,  "  Come!" 

Let  him  that  thirsts  for  righteousness, 
To  Christ,  the  fountain,  come. 

3  Yes,  whosoever  will, 
0  let  him  freely  come, 

And  freely  drink  the  stream  of  life; — 
'Tis  Jesus  bids  him  come. 

4  Lo  !  Jesus,  who  invites, 
Declares,  I  quickly  come  : 

Lord,  even  so,  I  wait  thy  hour ; 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  come ! 

"OV        Happy  Day.       M.  8,8,8,8,6,8,8,8,6,8. 

Come  all,  who  would  to  glory  go, 
And  leave  this  world  of  sin  below ; 
Forsake  your  sins  without  delay, 
Believe,  and  you  shall  win  the  day. 
Happy  day !  happy  day  ! 
When  Jesus  washed  my  sins  away  I 
He  taught  me  how  to  watch  and  pray, 
And  live  rejoicing  every  day  ; — 
Happy  day !  happy  day ! 
When  Jesus  washed  my  sins  away ! 

2  Oh !  do  not  longer  tarry  here, 
And  live  in  sin  and  dark  despair ; 
There  is  for  you  no  better  way, 
In  which  you  all  may  win  the  day. 
Happy  day,  &c. 


INVITATION.  19E> 

3  And  if  your  conflicts  arc  severe, 
And  you  have  many  trials  here, 
You  only  need  fco  watch  and  pray, 
And  onward  press  to  win  the  day. 

Happy  day,  &c. 

4  In  glory  now  the  Saviour  waits, 
And  opens  wide  the  pearly  gates ; 
He  stands  and  beckons  you  away ; 
Go  on,  and  you  shall  win  the  day. 

Happy  day,  dec. 

5  And  when  you  reach  the  realms  above, 
Where  all  is  harmony  and  love, 
Then  you  shall  join  the  heav'nly  lay, 
And  sing  and  shout,  "  Fve  won  the  day  \" 

Happy  day,  &c. 


281 


Best  for  the  Weary  Penitent.         L.  M. 

Come,  weary  souls,  with  sin  distress'd, 
Come,  and  accept  the  promised  rest ; 
The  Saviour's  gracious  call  obey, 
And  cast  your  gloomy  fears  away. 

2  Here  mercy's  boundless  ocean  flows, 

To  cleanse  your  guilt  and  heal  your  woes  ; 
Pardon  and  life,  and  endless  peace, — 
How  rich  the  gift,  how  free  the  grace ! 

3  Lord !  we  accept,  with  thankful  heart, 
The  hope  thy  gracious  words  impart : 
We  come  witli  trembling, — yet  rejoice, 
And  bless  the  kind  inviting  voice. 

4  Deal-  Saviour!   let  thy  p-.w'rful  love 
Confirm  our  faith, — our  fears  remove; 
Oh!   iweetly  reign  in  every  br- 

And  guide  a-  t  >  eternal  rttt 
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194  INVITATION. 

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AiKJA)  Christ7 s  Invitation  to  the  Burdened.  L.  M. 

U/~Nome  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls, 
\J  Ye  heavy-laden  sinners,  come : 
I'll  give  you  rest  from  all  your  toils, 
And  raise  you  to  my  heav'nly  home. 

2  They  shall  find  rest  who  learn  of  me : 
I'm  of  a  meek  and  lowly  mind : 

But  passion  rages  like  the  sea, 
And  pride  is  restless  as  the  wind. 

3  Bless'd  is  the  man  whose  shoulders  take 
My  yoke,  and  bear  it  with  delight ; 
My  yoke  is  easy  to  his  neck, 

My  grace  shall  make  the  burden  light." 

4  Jesus,  we  come  at  thy  command, 
With  faith,  and  hope,  and  humble  zeal, 
Resign  our  spirits  to  thy  hand, 

To  mould  and  guide  us  at  thy  will. 

AiUO  The  Saviour's  Invitation.  C.  M. 

The  Saviour  calls — let  every  ear 
Attend  the  heav'nly  sound: 
Ye  doubting  souls,  dismiss  your  fear — 
Hope  smiles  reviving  round. 

2  For  every  thirsty,  longing  heart, 

Here  streams  of  bounty  flow : 
And  life,  and  health,  and  bliss  impart, 
To  banish  mortal  woe. 

3  Ye  sinners,  come — 'tis  mercy's  voice ; 

The  gracious  call  obey: 
Mercy  invites  to  heav'nly  joys, — 
And  can  you  yet  delay  ? 

4  Dear  Saviour !  draw  reluctant  hearts ! 
To  thee  let  sinners  fly, 

And  take  the  bliss  thy  love  imparts, 
And  drink,  and  never  die. 


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INVITATION.  195 

The  Accepted  Time.  S.  M. 

[ow  is  th'  accepted  time, 
Now  is  the  day  of  grace ; 
Now,  sinners,  come  without  delay, 
And  seek  the  Saviour's  face. 

Now  is  th'  accepted  time, 
The  Saviour  calls  to-day : 
To-morrow  it  may  be  too  late ; — 
Then  why  should  you  delay  ? 

Now  is  th'  accepted  time, 

The  gospel  bids  you  come ; 

And  every  promise  in  his  word 

Declares  there  yet  is  room. 

Lord,  draw  reluctant  souls, 
And  feast  them  with  thy  love ; 
Then  shall  the  angels  clap  their  wings, 
And  bear  the  news  above. 

Invitation  to  Come  to  Christ.        S.  M. 

Come,  sinners,  come  to  God, 
Cast  all  your  sins  away : 
Seek  ye  the  Saviour's  cleansing  blood ; 
Repent,  believe,  obey. 

Say  not,  ye  cannot  come 
For  Jesus  bled  and  died, 
That  none,  who  ask  in  humble  faith, 
Should  ever  be  denied. 

Say  not,  ye  will  not  come ; 
When  God  vouchsafes  to  call ; 
For  fearful  will  their  end  bo  found, 
On  whom  his  wrath  shall  fall. 

I    in«\  fchen,  whoever  will ; 
Come,  while  'tis  called  to-day; 

anong  blood : 
Repent,  belie* 


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196  INVITATION. 


286 


Come  to  Jesus.  Sentences. 


Z^ome  to  Jesus,  just  now. 

2  He  is  ready,  just  now. 

3  He  is  able,  just  now. 

4  He  is  willing,  just  now. 

5  G  believe  it,  just  now. 

6  He  is  calling,  just  now. 

7  Come,  poor  sinner,  just  now. 

8  Come  and  welcome,  just  now. 

9  Come,  my  neighbors,  just  now. 

10  God  is  waiting,  just  now. 

11  Christ  is  pleading,  just  now. 

12  Get  religion,  just  now. 

13  Do  not  linger,  just  now. 

14  Christ  may  leave  you,  just  now. 

15  Time  is  flying,  just  now. 

16  Pray  on,  brethren,  just  now. 


287 


And  yet  there  is  Room.  C.  M. 

Ye  wretched,  hungry,  starving  poor, 
Behold  a  royal  feast ; 
Where  mercy  spreads  her  bounteous  store, 
For  every  humble  guest. 

2  See,  Jesus  stands  with  open  arms ; 

He  calls,  he  bids  you  come ; 
Guilt  holds  you  back,  and  fear  alarms, 
But  see,  there  yet  is  room ! 

3  Room  in  the  Saviour's  bleeding  heart : 

There  love  and  pity  meet ; 
Nor  will  he  bid  the  soul  depart, 
That  trembles  at  his  feet. 


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INVITATION.  197  ! 


4  In  him  the  Father  reconcile, 

Invites  your  souls  to  come: 

The  rebel  shall  be  calPd  a  child, 

And  kindly  welcomed  home. 

5  0  come,  and  with  his  children  taste 

The  blessings  of  his  love: 
While  hope  attends  /he  sweet  repast 
Of  nobler  joys  above. 

6  There,  with  united  heart  and  voice, 

Before  th'  eternal  throne, 
Ten  thousand  thousand  souls  rejoice 
In  extacies  unknown. 

7  And  yet  ten  thousand  thousand  more 

Are  welcome  still  to  come ; 
Ye  longing  souls,  the  grace  adore ; 
Approach — there  yet  is  room  ! 


288 


The  Wanderer  Recalled.  C.  M. 


Eeturn,  0  wanderer,  return, 
And  seek  thy  Father's  face ; 
Those  new  desires  which  in  thee  burn, 
Were  kindled  by  his  grace. 

2  Return,  0  wanderer,  return  ; 

He  hears  thy  humble  sigh : 
He  sees  thy  contrite  spirit  mourn, 
When  no  one  else  is  nigh. 

3  Return,  0  wanderer,  return  ; 

Thy  Saviour  bids  thee  live : 
Come  to  his  cross,  and,  grateful,  learn 
How  freely  he'll  forgive. 

4  Return,  0  wanderer,  return, 

And  wipe  the  falling  tear; 
Thy  Patfeei  calls, — do  Longer  mourn  ; 
'Tis  love  invites  thee  near. 

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5  Return,  0  wanderer,  return ; 
Regain  thy  long  sought  rest ; 
The  Saviour's  melting  mercies  yearn 
To  clasp  thee  to  his  breast. 

"OO  God  Cannot  Lie.  L.  M. 

Jehovah  is  a  God  of  might ; 
He  framed  the  earth,  he  built  the  sky ; 
And  what  he  speaks  is  surely  right, — 
"  The  Strength  of  Israel  will  not  lie." 

2  Ye  weary  souls,  with  sin  opprest, 
To  him  in  every  trouble  fly : 

His  promise  is,  "I'll  give  you  rest," — 
"The  Strength  of  Israel  will  not  lie." 

3  Then  why  sink  down  beneath  despair  ? 
To  Jesus'  throne  of  grace  apply  ; 

His  promise  plead,  he'll  hear  your  pray'r  ; 
"  The  Strength  of  Israel  will  not  lie." 

4  Ask  what  you  will  in  Jesus'  name  : 
He  never  will  your  suit  deny ; 

To  save  you  from  distress  he  came ;— * 
"The  Strength  of  Israel  will  not  lie." 

5  Behold !  I  come,  most  gracious  Lord, 
And  on  thy  promise  now  rely ; 

In  my  distress,  how  sweet  this  word, — 
"  The  Strength  of  Israel  will  not  lie." 


290 


The  Physician.—Mark  5 :  25-29.     C.  M. 

Ye  sin-sick  souls,  dismiss  your  fears, 
Ye  halt,  ye  lame,  ye  blind  ; 
•     Come  touch  the  garment  Jesus  wears — 
Your  healing  there  you'll  find. 

2  Surrounded  with  ten  thousand  cares, 
And  sad  beyond  degree  ; 
Yet  in  this  garment  Jesus  wears, 
There's  healing  still  for  thee. 


INVITATION. 


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3  Come,  stretcli  the  wither'd  hand  to-day, 

For  Christ  is  passing  by ; 

Your  case  admits  of  no  delay, 

Unless  ye  touch,  ye  die. 

4  Through  every  crowd  to  Jesus  press, 

When  sin  torments  the  mind  : 
Peace,  pard'ning  blood  and  right'ousness, 
In  his  dear  name  you'll  find. 


291 


Drooping  Souls  Encouraged.    M.  7s  &  6s. 

Drooping  souls,  no  longer  grieve, 
Heaven  is  propitious: — 
If  you  do  in  Christ  believe, 

You  will  find  him  precious. 
Jesus  now  is  passing  by, 

And  he  calls  you  to  him : 
He  has  died  for  you  and  me, — 
0!  then  come  and  view  him. 

2  From  his  hands,  his  feet,  his  side, 

Flows  the  healing  lotion : 
See  the  purple  swelling  tide, 

Boundless  as  the  ocean. 
See  the  living  waters  move, 

For  the  sick  and  dying ; 
Now  resolve  to  gain  his  love, 

Or  to  perish  trying. 

3  Gospel  grace  is  always  free, 

Drooping  souls  to  gladden ! 
Hence  he  says,  "Come  unto  mc, 

Weary,  heavy  laden." 
Though  your  sins  like  mountains  rise, 

Rise  and  reach  to  heaven, 
Yet,  if  you  on  him  believe, 

All  shall  be  forgiven. 

4  Now,  methinks,  I  hoar  one  say, 

I  will  go  and  prove  him ; 
If  he  tab's  niv  BUM  away, 
Surely  I  will  love  him. 


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INVITATION. 


Come,  my  Saviour,  come  and  smile, 
Smiling  moves  my  burden ; 

I  am  guilty,  poor  and  vile, 
Yet  thou  canst  me  pardon. 

5  Streams  of  mercy,  how  they  flow ! 

Surely  now  I  feel  it: 
Half  has  never  yet  been  told ; — 

0 !  could  I  reveal  it ! 
Jesus'  blood  has  heal'd  my  wound, 

0 !  the  wondrous  story ! 
I  was  lost,  but  now  I'm  found, — 

Glory ! — glory  ! — glory  ! 

6  If  no  greater  joys  were  known 

In  the  starry  region, 
I  would  try  to  travel  on 

In  this  pure  religion. 
Heaven's  here,  and  heaven's  there, 

Glory  here  and  yonder ! 
Brightest  angels  join  with  me, 

To  adore  and  wonder. 

»vA        Come  and  See.— John  1 :  46.        L.  M. 

Jesus,  dear  name,  how  sweet  it  sounds ! 
Eeplete  with  balm  for  all  my  wounds ; 
His  word  declares  his  grace  is  free  ; 
Come,  needy  sinner,  come  and  see. 

2  He  left  the  shining  courts  on  high, 
Came  to  this  world  to  bleed  and  die ; 
Jesus  the  God,  hung  on  a  tree : 

Come,  thoughtless  sinner,  come  and  see. 

3  Your  sins  did  pierce  his  bleeding  heart, 
Till  death  had  done  its  dreadful  part ; 
Yet  his  dear  love  still  burns  to  thee — 
Come,  trembling  sinner,  come  and  see. 

4  His  blood  will  cleanse  the  foulest  stain, 
And  make  the  filthy  leper  clean ; 

His  fountain  open  stands  for  thee  — 
Come,  guilty  sinner,  come  and  see. 


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5  No  tongue  can  tell  what  glories  shine 
In  our  Immanuel,  all  divine: 
0!  that  in  sweetest  melody. 
Each  heart  may  sing,  "He  died  for  me." 

ZoO  God  is  Love.  C.  M. 

Come,  sinners,  you,  whose  harden'd  hearts 
No  fears  of  hell  can  move, 
Come,  hear  the  gospePs  mildest  voice, 
That  tells  you,  "God  is  love." 

2  Thousands,  once  vile  and  base  as  you, 

Surround  the  throne  above  ; 
The  grace  that  chang'd  has  tun'd  their  hearts 
To  sing  that  "God  is  love." 

3  0!  may  we  all,  while  here  below, 

This  best  of  blessings  prove ; 
Till  warmer  hearts,  in  glory  bright. 
Proclaim  that  "God  is  love." 

Zo  The  Wanderer  Invited  Home.         ( '.  M. 

>eturx,  0  wand'rer,  to  thy  home ! 
The  Father  calls  for  thee ; 
No  longer  then  an  exile  roam, 
In  guilt  and  misery. 


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Return,  0  wand'rer,  to  thy  home  ! 

;Tis  Jesus  calls  for  thee; 
"The  Spirit  and  the  bride  say,  Come;,: 

0 !  now  for  refuge  flee. 

Return,  0  wand'rer,  to  thy  home! 

'Tis  madness  to  delay; 
There  are  no  pardons  in  the  tomb, 

And  brief  is  mercy's  day. 

Return,  0  wand'rer.  now  return! 

Thy  God  forbids  delay  ; 
0!  stay  not  for  to-morrow'fl  sun! — 

Thy  life  may  end  to-day. 


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INVITATION. 


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295 


The  Living  Waters.  C.  M. 

At  Jacob's  well  a  stranger  sought 
His  drooping  frame  to  cheer ; 
Samaria's  daughter  little  thought 
That  Jacob's  God  was  near. 

2  This  had  she  known,  her  fainting  mind 

For  richer  draughts  had  sigh'd ; 
Nor  had  Messiah,  ever  kind, 
Those  richer  draughts  denied. 

3  The  Man,  who  came  on  earth  to  die, 

How  few  appear  to  know ! 
The  Friend  of  sinners,  passing  by, 
Is  still  esteem'd  a  foe. 

4  The  sinner  must  the  Stranger  know, 

Or  soon  his  loss  deplore  : 
Behold !  the  living  waters  flow : 
Come — drink,  and  thirst  no  more. 

^t7 0  The  Thirsty  Invited.  C.  M. 

Ho !  ye  that  thirst,  a  living  fount 
For  you  is  open'd  wide — 
The  fount  that  gush'd  on  Calv'ry's  mount 
From  our  Redeemer's  side. 

2  Come,  seek  salvation  through  the  blood, 

So  freely  spilt  for  you  ; 
0 !  leave  the  broad  and  downward  road, 
That  leads  to  endless  woe. 

3  Come,  ye  who  long  in  vain  have  sought 

True  happiness  to  find ; 
In  all  the  joys  of  earth  there's  naught 
Can  fill  th'  immortal  mind. 

4  Come,  and  partake  the  blessed  feast 

That  Christ  for  you  has  spread ; 
Not  all  the  treasures  of  the  east 
Can  buy  this  living  bread. 


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5  Come,  join  the  humble,  happy  band, 
That  sing  redemption's  lay  : 
With  them,  united  heart  and  hand, 
Pursue  the  heav'nly  way. 


297 


Encouraged  to  Come.  II.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Ye  sin-sick  souls,  draw  near, 
And  banquet  with  your  King, 
His  royal  bounty  share, 
And  loud  hosannas  sing ; 
Here  mercy  reigns,  here  peace  abounds, 
Here's  blood  to  heal  your  dreadful  wounds. 

But  may  a  soul  like  mine, 

All  stained  with  guilt  and  blood, 
Approach  the  throne  of  grace, 
And  converse  hold  with  God  ? 
Yes!  Jesus  calls: — "  Come,  sinners,  come, 
In  mercy's  arms  there  yet  is  room." 

He's  on  a  throne  of  grace, 

And  waits  to  answer  pray'r  ; 
What  though  thy  sin  and  guilt, 
Like  crimson  doth  appear  ? 
The  blood  of  Christ  divinely  rl< 
A  healing  balm  for  all  thy  w< 

0  wondrous  love  and  grace ! 

Did  Jesus  die  for  me? 
Were  all  my  numerous  d< 
Discharged  on  Calvary? 
Yes,  Jesus  died;  the  work  is  done, 
He  did  for  all  my  sins  atone. 

On  earth,  I'll  sing  his  love, 
In  heaven  I  too  shall  join 

The  ransomed  of  the  Lord, 
In  accents  all  divi: 
Ann! 
And  ever  dwell  in  his  embftoe. 


204 


BEPENTANCE. 


298 


The  Happy  Choice.  L.  M. 

To-day — if  ye  will  hear  his  voice, 
Now  is  the  time  to  make  your  choice ; 
Say — will  you  to  Mount  Zion  go? 
Say — will  you  have  this  Christ,  or  no  ? 
Ye  wandering  souls,  who  find  no  rest ! 
Say — will  you  be  forever  blest  ? 
Will  you  be  saved  from  sin  and  hell  ? 
Will  you  with  Christ  in  glory  dwell  ? 
Come  now,  dear  friends,  for  ruin  bound, 
Obey  the  gospel's  joyful  sound; 
Come,  go  with  us,  and  you  shall  prove 
The  joy  of  Christ's  redeeming  love. 
Once  more  we  ask  you  in  his  name, — 
For  yet  his  love  remains  the  same, — 
Say — will  you  to  Mount  Zion  go? 
Say — will  you  have  this  Christ  or  no? 
Leave  all  your  sports  and  glittering  toys, 
Come  share  with  us  eternal  joys; 
Or  must  we  leave  you  bound  to  hell  ? 
Then  0 !  dear  friends,  a  long  farewell. 


REPENTANCE. 


299 


Exhortation  to  Repentance.  C.  M. 

Repent,  the  voice  celestial  cries, 
Nor  longer  dare  delay ; 
The  wretch  that  scorns  the  mandate  dies, 
And  meets  a  fiery  day. 

No  more  the  sovereign  eye  of  God 

O'erlooks  the  crimes  of  men ; 
His  heralds  are  despatched  abroad, 

To  warn  the  world  of  sin. 


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REPENTANCE.  205 

3  Together  in  his  presence  bow, 
And  all  your  guilt  confess; 

Accept  the  offer'd  Saviour  now, 
Nor  trifle  with  his  grace. 

4  Soon  will  the  awful  trumpet  sound, 
And  call  you  to  his  bar: 

For  mercy  knows  th'  appointed  bound, 
And  turns  to  vengeance  there. 

5  Amazing  love,  that  yet  will  call 
And  yet  prolong  our  days  ! 

Our  hearts  subdued  by  goodness,  fall, 
And  weep,  and  love,  and  praise. 


300 


Prepare  for  Death.  C.  M. 

Vain  man,  thy  fond  pursuits  forbear  ; 
Repent — thy  end  is  nigh : 
Death,  at  the  farthest,  can't  be  far; 
0,  think  before  thou  die ! 

2  Reflect — thou  hast  a  soul  to  save: 

Thy  sins,  how  high  they  mount ! 
What  are  thy  hopes  beyond  the  grave? 
How  stands  that  dread  account? 

3  Death  enters,  and  there's  no  defence, 

His  time  there's  none  can  tell ; 
He'll  in  a  moment  call  thee  hence 
To  heav'n — or  down  to  hell. 

4  Thv  flesh,  perhaps  thy  chiefest  care, 

Shall  into  dust  consume: 
But  ah,  destruction  stops  not  there — 
Sin  kills  beyond  the  tomb. 

5  To-da j  the  gospel  calls ;  to-day, 

Sinner,  it  s]»*'ak^  to  you ; 

rery  one  forsake  nh  way. 
And  merer  will  ensue. 
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0U1  Prayer  for  Repentance.  C.  M. 

for  that  tenderness  of  heart, 
Which  bows  before  the  Lord ! 
That  owns  how  just  and  good  thou  art, 
And  trembles  at  thy  word. 

2  0  for  those  humble,  contrite  tears, 

Which  from  repentance  flow ! 
That  sense  of  guilt,  which  trembling,  fears 
The  long-suspended  blow. 

3  0  Lord !  to  me  in  pity  give 

For  sin  the  deep  distress, 
The  pledge  thou  wilt  at  last  receive, 
And  bid  me  die  in  peace. 

4  0  fill  my  heart  with  faith  and  love, 

And  strength  to  do  thy  will ! 
Raise  my  desires  and  hopes  above ; 
Thyself  to  me  reveal. 

OU/w     Prayer  of  a  Repenting  Sinner.         C.  M. 

Physician  of  my  sin-sick  soul, 
To  thee  I  bring  my  case : 
My  raging  malady  control, 
And  heal  me  by  thy  grace. 

2  Pity  the  anguish  I  endure, 

See  how  I  mourn  and  pine ; 
For  never  can  I  hope  a  cure, 
From  any  hand  but  thine. 

3  I  would  disclose  my  whole  complaint, 

But  where  shall  I  begin  ? 
No  words  of  mine  can  fully  paint, 
That  worst  distemper,  sin. 

4  It  makes  me  deaf  and  dumb,  and  blind, 

And  impotent,  and  lame ; 
And  overclouds  and  fills  my  mind, 
With  folly,  fear,  and  shame. 


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5  A  thousand  evil  thoughts  intrude, 

Tumultuous  in  my  breast ; 
Which  indispose  me  for  my  food, 
And  rob  me  of  my  rest. 

6  Lord,  I  am  sick,  regard  my  cry, 

And  set  my  spirit  free ; 
Say,  canst  thou  let  a  sinner  die, 
Who  longs  to  live  with  thee  ? 

UVO  True  Repentance.  S.  M. 

[f  Jesus  Christ  was  sent, 
To  save  us  from  our  sin, 
And  kindly  teach  us  to  repent, 
We  should  at  once  begin. 


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2  He  says  he  loves  to  see 
A  broken-hearted  one ; 

He  would  that  sinners,  such  as  we, 
Should  mourn  for  what  we've  done. 

3  'Tis  not  enough,  to  say, 
We're  sorry  and  repent ; 

Yet  still  go  on  from  day  to  day, 
Just  as  we  always  went. 

4  Repentance  is,  to  leave 
The  sins  wo  loved  before ; 

And  show  that  we  in  earnest  grieve, 
By  doing  so  no  more. 

5  Lord,  make  us  thus  sincere, 
To  watch  as  well  as  pray ; 

However  small,  however  dear, 
Take  all  our  sins  away. 

6  And  since  the  Saviour  canif, 
To  make  us  turn  from  sin, 

With  holy  grief  and  bumble  shame, 
We  should  at  once  begin. 

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REPENTANCE. 


OU  x  Repentance  at  the  Cross.  C.  M. 

Oh  !  if  my  soul  were  form'd  for  woe, 
How  would  I  vent  my  sighs ! 
Repentance  should  like  rivers  flow 
From  both  my  streaming  eyes. 


2  'Twas  for  my  sins,  my  dearest  Lord 

Hung  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  groan' d  away  a  dying  life 
For  thee,  my  soul,  for  thee. 

3  0 !  how  I  hate  those  lusts  of  mine, 

That  crucified  my  God ! 
Those  sins  that  pierc'd  and  nail'd  his  flesh 
Fast  to  the  fatal  wood ! 

4  Yes,  my  Redeemer,  they  shall  die; 

My  heart  has  so  decreed ; 
Nor  will  I  spare  the  guilty  things, 
That  made  my  Saviour  bleed. 

5  While,  with  a  melting,  broken  heart, 

My  murder' d  Lord  I  view, 
I'll  raise  revenge  against  my  sins, 
And  slay  the  murd'rers  too. 


305 


Repeated  Calls  Regretted.  C.  M. 

How  long  the  time  since  Christ  began 
To  call  in  vain  on  me ! 
Deaf  to  his  warning  voice,  I  ran 
Through  paths  of  vanity. 

He  call'd  me,  when  my  thoughtless  prime 

Was  early  ripe  to  ill ; 
I  pass'd  from  folly  on  to  crime, 

And  yet  he  call'd  me  still. 

He  call'd  me  in  the  time  of  dread, 
When  death  was  full  in  view : 

I  trembled  on  my  feverish  bed, 
And  rose  to  sin  anew. 


REPENTANCE. 


4  Yet  could  I  hear  him  once  again, 

As  I  have  heard  of  old, 
Methinks  he  should  not  call  in  vain 
His  wand'rer  to  the  fold. 

5  0  thou,  that  every  thought  dost  know, 

And  answerest  every  pray'r  ! 
Try  me  with  sickness,  want,  or  woe, 
But  save  me  from  despair. 

G  M y  struggling  will  by  grace  control, 
Renew  my  broken  vow : — 
What  blessed  light  breaks  on  my  soul ! 
My  God,  I  hear  thee  now. 


306 


The  Prodigal's  Return.  C.  M. 

The  long-lost  son,  with  streaming  eyes, 
From  folly  just  awake, 
Reviews  his  wand'rings  with  surprise; 
His  heart  begins  to  break. 

"I  starve,"  he  cries,  nor  can  I  bear 

The  famine  in  this  land, 
While  servants  of  my  Father  share 

The  bounty  of  his  hand. 

3  "  With  deep  repentance  I'll  return 
And  seek  my  Father's  face ; 

Unworthy  to  be  called  a  son, 

I'll  ask  a  servant's  place."  • 

4  Far  off  the  Father  saw  him  move, 
In  pensive  silence  mourn, 

And  quickly  ran,  with  arms  of  love, 
To  welcome  his  return. 

5  Through  all  the  courts  the  tidings  flew, 
And  spread  the  joy  around; 

The  angels  tuned  their  harps  anew; 
Th«j  Kong-lost  BOD  is  found! 

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PRAYER  FOR  MERCY. 


307 


Prayer  for  Submission.  L.  M. 

Othat  my  load  of  sin  were  gone ! 
0 !  that  I  could  at  last  submit, 
At  Jesus'  feet  to  lay  it  down, 
To  lay  my  soul  at  Jesus'  feet. 

2  Rest  for  my  soul,  I  long  to  find  ; 
Saviour  of  all,  if  mine  thou  art, 
Give  me  thy  meek  and  lowly  mind, 
And  stamp  thy  image  on  my  heart, 

3  Break  off  the  yoke  of  inbred  sin, 
And  fully  set  my  spirit  free ; 

I  cannot  rest  till  pure  within, 
Till  I  am  wholly  lost  in  thee. 

4  Fain  would  I  learn  of  thee,  my  God, 
Thy  light  and  easy  burden  prove, 

The  cross  all  stain'd  with  hallowed  blood, 
The  labor  of  thy  dying  love. 

5  I  would,  but  thou  must  give  the  pow'r, 
My  heart  from  every  sin  release ; 
Bring  near,  bring  near  the  joyful  hour, 
And  fill  me  with  thy  perfect  peace. 

6  Come,  Lord,  the  drooping  spirit  cheer, 
Nor  let  thy  chariot  wheels  delay; 
Appear  in  my  poor  heart,  appear ; 
My  God,  my  Saviour,  come  away ! 


308 


Resolving  to  Go  to  Christ.  C.  M. 

Come,  guilty  sinner,  in  whose  breast, 
A  thousand  thoughts  revolve ; 
Come,  with  your  guilty  soul  oppress'd, 
And  make  this  last  resolve : 


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2  "I'll  go  to  Jesus,  though  my  sin 

Hath  like  a  mountain  rose ; 
I  know  his  courts,  I'll  enter  in, 
Whatever  may  oppose. 

3  Prostrate  I'll  lie  before  his  throne, 

And  there  my  guilt  confess  ; 

I'll  tell  him  I'm  a  wretch  undone 

Without  his  sov'reign  grace. 

4  I'll  to  the  gracious  King  approach, 

Whose  sceptre  pardon  gives  ; 
Perhaps  he  may  command  my  touch, 
And  then  the  suppliant  lives. 

5  Perhaps  he  will  admit  my  plea, 

Perhaps  will  hear  my  pray'r ; 
But  if  I  perish,  I  will  pray, 
And  perish  only  there. 

G  I  can  but  perish  if  I  go, 
I  am  resolved  to  try  ; 
For  if  I  stay  away,  I  know 
I  must  forever  die." 


309 


Pleading  the  Promise.  C.M, 

Lord,  I  approach  the  mercy-seat, 
Where  thou  dost  answer  prayer; 
There  humbly  fall  before  thy  feet, 
For  none  can  perish  there. 


2  Thy  promise  is  my  only  plea, 

With  this  I  venture  nigh  : 
Thou  callest  burdened  souls  to  thee, 
And  such,  0  Lord!  am  I. 

3  Bowed  down  beneath  a  load  of  sin, 

By  Satan  sorely  pres-M. 
By  wars  without  and  fears  within, 
I  come  to  thee  for  rest. 


JB 


212 


PRAYER  FOR  MERCY. 


310 


4  Be  thou  my  shield  and  hiding-place, 

That,  sheltered  near  thy  side, 
I  may  my  fierce  accuser  face, 
And  tell  him,  thou  hast  died. 

5  0!  wondrous  love,  to  bleed  and  die, 

To  bear  the  cross  and  shame, 
That  guilty  sinners,  such  as  I, 
Might  plead  thy  gracious  name ! 


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Remember  Me.  C.  M 

Jesus,  my  Advocate  on  high, 
I  yield  myself  to  thee ; 
While  thou  art  sitting  on  thy  throne, 
0  Lord !  remember  me. 

Remember  me,  remember  me, 
Dear  Lord,  remember  me. 

2  I  own  I'm  guilty,  own  I'm  vile, 

Yet  thy  salvation's  free ; 
Then  in  thy  all-abounding  grace, 

0  Lord !  remember  me. 
Remember  me,  &c. 

3  Howe'er  forsaken  or  distressed, 

Howe'er  oppressed  I  be ; 
Howe'er  afflicted  here  on  earth, 
Do  thou  remember  me. 
Remember  me,  &c. 

4  And  when  I  close  my  eyes  in  death, 

And  creature  helps  all  flee ; 
Then,  0  my  great  Redeemer  God, 

1  pray,  remember  me. 
Remember  me,  (Sec. 


Imploring  Mercy. 

Show  pity,  Lord ;  0  Lord,  forgive ! 
Let  a  repenting  rebel  live : 
Are  not  thy  mercies  large  and  free? 
May  not  a  sinner  trust  in  thee  ? 


L.M. 


M 


PRAYER    Full    MJ 


2  My  crimes  are  great,  but  can't  surpass 
The  power  and  glory  of  thy  grace; 
Great  Clod,  thy  nature  hath  no  hound, 
So  let  thy  pard'ning  Love  he  found. 

3  0!   wash  my  soul  from  every  Bin, 
And  make  my  guilty  conscience  clean; 
Here  on  my  heart  the  burden  Lie*, 
And  past  offences  paio  my  eyes. 

4  My  lips  with  shame  my  sins  con! 
Against  thy  law,  against  thy  grace; 
Lord,  should  thy  judgment  grow  severe, 
I  am  condemn'd,  but  thou  art  clear. 

5  Should  sudden  vengeance  seize  my  breath, 
I  must  pronounce  thee  just,  in  death : 
And  if  my  soul  were  sent  to  hell, 

Thy  righteous  law  approves  it  well. 

6  Yet  save  a  trembling  sinner,  Lord, 
"Whose  hope,  still  hov'ring  round  thy  word, 
AVmild  light  on  some  sweet  promise  there, 
Some  sure  support  against  despair. 

Prayer.     P.  M.  0,6,0,3,0,0,0,0,6,3 

I'll  go  attempting  prav'r. 
For  my  soul,  for  my  soul ; 
I'll  go  attempting  pray'r, 

For  my  soul ; 
I'll  go  attempting  prav'r: 
O,  may  the  Lord  draw  near, 
And  make  me  pray  sincere. 
For  my  Betff,  for  my  soul  ; 
And  make  me  pray  sincere, 
For  my  soul. 
2  Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me, 

On  my  sunk  on  my  soul,  &e., 
Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me, 

A  r.d  bring  mo  near  b 

What  need  I  have  of  thee, 

For  my  soul,  for  my  BOnl, 


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PRAYER   FOR   MERCY. 


3  When  I  was  sinking  down, 

With  my  soul,  with  my  soul,  &c, 
When  I  was  sinking  down 
Beneath  God's  righteous  frown, 
Christ  laid  aside  his  crown, 

For  my  so'ul,  for  my  soul,  &c. 

4  What  wond'rous  love  is  this, 

0  my  soul !  0  my  soul !  &c. 
What  wond'rous  love  is  this, 
That  caused  the  Lord  of  bliss 
To  send  his  precious  peace 

To  my  soul,  to  my  soul !  &c. 

5  Ye  winged  seraphs  fly, 

Bear  the  news,  bear  the  news ; 
Ye  winged  seraphs  fly, 
Like  comets  through  the  sky — 
Fill  vast  eternity 

With  the  news,  with  the  news,  &c. 

6  Ye  friends  of  Zion's  King, 

Join  his  praise,  join  his  praise,  &c. 
Ye  friends  of  Zion's  King, 
With  hearts  and  voices  sing, 
And  strike  each  tuneful  string 

In  his  praise,  in  his  praise,  &c. 


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C.  M. 


Supplication  for  Grace. 

Fountain  of  life,  to  all  below 
Let  thy  salvation  roll ; 
Water,  replenish,  and  o'erflow 
Every  believing  soul. 

2  Into  that  happy  number,  Lord, 

Us  weary  sinners  take ; 
Jesus,  fulfil  thy  gracious  word, 
For  thine  own  mercy's  sake. 

3  Turn  back  our  nature's  rapid  tide, 

And  we  shall  flow  to  thee, 
While  down  the  stream  of  time  we  glide 
To  our  eternity. 


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4  The  well  of  life  to  us  thou  art, 

Of  joy  the  swelling  flood; 
Wafted  by  thee,  with  willing  heart, 
We  swift  return  to  God. 

5  We  soon  shall  reach  the  boundless  sea — 

Into  thy  fullness  fall ; 
Be  lost  and  swallow'd  up  in  thee, 
Our  God — our  All  in  all. 


314 


Unwearied  Earnestness.  CM. 

Father,  I  stretch  my  hands  to  thee ; 
No  other  help  I  know : 
If  thou  withdraw  thyself  from  me, 
Ah!  whither  shall  I  go? 

2  What  did  thine  only  Son  endure, 

Before  I  drew  my  breath  ! 
What  pain,  what  labor,  to  secure 
My  soul  from  endless  death ! 

3  0  Jesus !  if  I  this  believe, 

I  now  shall  feel  thy  pow'r ; 
Xow  my  poor  soul  thou  wilt  retrieve, 
Nor  let  me  wait  one  hour. 

4  Author  of  faith,  to  thee  I  lift 

My  weary  longing  eyes : 
Salvation,  0,  the  gracious  gift! 
My  soul  without  it  dies. 

5  Surely  thou  canst  not  let  me  die  ; 

0,  speak!  and  I  shall  live, 

And  here  I  will  unwearied  lie, 

Till  thou  thy  Spirit  give. 

G  The  worst  of  sinners  would  rejoice, 
Could  they  but  see  thy  face ; 
0!  let  me  hear  thy  qaicj^ning  voice, 
And  taste  thy  para'ning  grace! 


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Blind  Bartimeus. 

U Mercy!  0  thou  Son  of  David! 

1»1  Thus  blind  Bartimeus  cried. 
"Others  by  thy  grace  are  saved, 

Let  it  be  to  rne  applied/'' 
For  his  crying  many  chid  him ; 

But  he  cried  the  louder  still : 
Till  his  gracious  Saviour  bade  him, 

"Come  and  ask  me  what  you  will." 

2  Money  was  not  what  he  wanted, 

Though  by  begging  he  did  live ; 
Yet  he  ask'd,  and  Jesus  granted 

Alms  that  none  but  he  can  give. 
"Lord,  remove  this  grievous  blindness, 

Let  my  eyes  behold  the  day:" 
Straight  he  saw,  and  won  by  kindness, 

Follow' d  Jesus  in  the  way. 

3  Now  methinks  I  hear  him  praising, 

Publishing  to  all  around  : 
"Friends,  is  not  my  case  amazing? 

What  a  Saviour  I  have  found ! 
0  that  all  the  blind  but  knew  him  ! 

Or  would  be  advis'd  by  me ; 
Sure,  if  they  would  come  unto  him. 

He  would  cause  them  all  to  see  ! " 


316 


The  Grieved  Spirit  Besought.        L.  M. 

Stay  !  thou  insulted  Spirit,  stay ! 
Though  I  have  done  the  such  despite ; 
Cast  not  the  sinner  quite  away, 
Nor  take  thine  everlasting  flight. 

![       2  Though  I  have  most  unfaithful  been 
Of  all  who  e'er  thy  grace  received — 
Ten  thousand  times  thy  goodness  seen, 
Ten  thousand  times  thy  goodness  grieved : 

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PRAYER    FOR   MERCY. 


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3  Yet  0  the  chief  of  sinners  spare ! 
In  honor  of  my  great  High  Priest ; 
Nor  in  thy  righteous  Anger  swear. 

I  shall  not  see  thy  people's  rea 

4  Yet  if  thou  canst  my  sins  forgive, 
E'en  now,  0  Lord  !  relieve  my  woes; 
Into  thy  rest  of  love  receive, 

And  bless  me  with  a  calm  repose. 

5  E'en  now  my  weary  soul  release, 
And  raise  me  by  thy  gracious  hand  ; 
Guide  me  into  thy  perfect  peace, 
And  bring  me  to  the  promis'd  land. 


317 


Prayer  and  Supplication.  L.  M. 

Othou,  who  hear'st  when  sinners  cry ! 
Though  all  my  crimes  before  thee  lie, 
Behold  them  not  with  angry  look, 
But  blot  their  mem'ry  from  thy  book. 

2  Create  my  nature  pure  within, 
And  form  my  soul  averse  to  sin : 
Let  thy  good  Spirit  ne'er  depart, 
Nor  hide  thy  presence  from  my  heart. 

3  Though  I  have  griev'd  thy  spirit,  Lord, 
Thy  help  and  comfort  still  afford ; 
And  let  a  wretch  come  near  thy  throne, 
To  plead  the  merits  of  thy  Son. 

4  A  broken  heart,  my  God,  my  king, 
Is  all  the  sacrifice  I  bring; 

The  God  of  grace  will  ne'er  despise 
A  broken  heart  for  sacrifice. 

£>l0  Seeking  Pardon.  L.  M. 

LORD,  at  1 1 1 \-  fort  1  prostrate  fall  ; 
Oppressed  with  fears  to  thee  I  call : 
Reveal  thy  pard'ning  lore  to  me, 

And  set  my  captive  spirit  free. 
S 


2  Hast  thou  not  said,  "Seek  ye  my  face?" 
The  invitation  I  embrace  ; 

Til  seek  thy  face ;  thy  Spirit  give ; 
0  let  me  see  thy  face,  and  live. 

3  Fll  seek  his  face  with  cries  and  tears, 
With  secret  sighs  and  fervent  prayers ; 
And  if  not  heard,  Fll  waiting  sit, 
And  perish  at  my  Saviour's  feet. 

4  But  canst  thou,  Lord,  see  all  my  pain, 
And  bid  me  seek  thy  face  in  vain  ? 
Thou,  wilt  not,  canst  not,  me  deceive, 
The  soul  that  seeks  thy  face  shall  live. 

5  "  Then  venture,  0  my  soul,  in  prayer, 
For  none  can  perish  pleading  there ; 
The  blood  of  Christ,  that  crimson  sea, 
Shall  wash  my  load  of  guilt  away." 


319 


Prayer  for  Restoring  Grace.  C.  M. 

0  Jesus,  I  have  come  to  thee, 
My  wanderings  to  deplore  ; 
Wilt  thou  not  set  my  spirit  free  ? 
My  fallen  soul  restore  ? 

2  My  sins  are  more  than  I  can  bear ; 

0  speak  them  all  forgiv'n  ; 

My  soul  away  from  earth  I  tear, 

To  seek  a  place  in  heav'n. 

3  Pity,  0  Lord,  my  helpless  grief; 

My  soul's  deep  anguish  see  ; 
And  grant  me  now  that  sweet  relief, 
Which  none  can  give  but  thee. 

4  Didst  thou  not  die  that  I  might  live, 

Might  live  thy  love  to  know? 
0,  let  me  now  thy  love  receive, 
And  in  thy  favor  grow. 


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PRAYER   FOR  MERCY. 


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321 


The  Qoepd  Pool.  S.M 

Beside  the  gospel  pool. 
Appointed  for  the  poor, 
From  year  to  year  my  longing  soul 
Has  waited  for  a  cure. 

2  How  often  have  I  seen 
The  healing  waters  move, 

And  others  round  me  stepping  in, 
Their  efficacy  prove. 

3  But  I  do  still  remain, 
I  feel  tjie  very  same ; 

As  full  of  guilt,  and  fear,  and  shame, 
As  when  at  first  I  came. 

4  How  often  have  I  thought, 
"Why  should  I  longer  lie  ? 

Surely  the  mercy  I  have  sought 
Is  not  for  such  as  I? 

5  But  whither  shall  I  go  ? 
There  is  no  other  pool, 

Where  streams  of  sov'reign  virtue  flow, 
To  make  a  sinner  whole. 

6  Here,  then,  from  day  to  day, 
I'll  wait  and  hope  and  try  ; 

Will  Jesus  hear  a  sinner  pray, 
And  suffer  him  to  die? 

7  No,  he  is  full  of  grace — 
He  never  will  permit 

A  soul  that  fain  would  see  his  face, 
To  perish  at  his  feet. 

Lord,  Remember  .V> .  C.  If. 

OTiror,  from  whom  all  L">odnc<s  flows, 
1  lift  my  soul  to  tli' 
In  all  my  B01TOW8,  OOnflietl 

Good  Lord,  remember  me. 


PRAYER   FOR   MERCY. 


2  When  on  my  aching,  burdened  heart 
My  sins  lie  heavily, 
Thy  pardon  grant,  new  peace  impart; 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

\        3  When  trials  sore  obstruct  my  way  ; 
And  ills  I  cannot  flee, 
0,  let  my  strength  be  as  my  day ; 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

j         4  If,  for  thy  sake,  upon  my  name, 
Shame  and  reproach  shall  be, 
All  hail  reproach,  and  welcome  shame ! 
Good  Lord,  remember.me. 

(,        5  When  worn  with  pain,  disease  and  grief, 
This  feeble  body  see ; 
Grant  patience,  rest,  and  kind  relief; 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

\        6  When  in  the  solemn  hour  of  death, 
I  wait  thy  just  decree, 
Be  this  the  prayer  of  my  last  breath, 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 

7  And  when  before  thy  throne  I  stand, 
And  lift  my  soul  to  thee, 
Then  with  the  saints,  at  thy  right  hand, 
Good  Lord,  remember  me. 


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The  Imploring  Sinner.  C.  M. 

Lord,  at  thy  feet  we  sinners  lie, 
And  knock  at  mercy's  door; 
With  heavy  heart  and  downcast  eye, 
Thy  favor  we  implore. 

2  In  deep  distress  we  seek  thy  face, 
Forgiveness  to  receive ; 
We  trust  our  souls  are  taught  thro'  grace     \ 
Our  debtors  to  forgive. 


3  'Tis  pardon,  pardon  "we  implore — 
0,  let  tby  bowela  more  ! 

Thy  grace  is  an  exhaustless  store, 
And  thou  thyself  art  love. 

4  0,  for  thine  own,  for  Jesus'  sake, 
Our  many  sins  forgive  ; 

Thy  grace  our  rocky  hearts  can  break, 
And  breaking,  soon  relieve. 

5  Mercy,  good  Lord,  mercy  we  plead ; 
This  is  the  total  sum ; 

Mercy  through  Christ,  mercy  we  need ; 
Lord,  let  thy  mercy  come. 

Healing  Mercy  Implored.  C.  M. 

[eal  us,  Immanuel!  here  we  stand, 
Waiting  to  feel  thy  touch ; 
To  wounded  souls  stretch  forth  thy  hand: 
Bless'd  Saviour,  we  are  such. 


HE 


2  Remember  him  who  once  applied, 

With  trembling,  for  relief: 
"  Lord,  I  believe,"  with  tears  he  cried, 
"  0  help  my  unbelief !" 

3  She,  too,  who  touched  thee  in  the  press, 

And  healing  virtue  stole, 
Was  answered,  "Daughter,  go  in  peace; 
Thy  faith  hath  made  the  whole." 

4  Like  her,  with  hopes  and  fears  we  come 

To  touch  thee,  if  we  may ; 
0  !  send  us  not  despairing  home, 
Send  none  unhealed  away* 


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Longing  for  an  Interest  in  Christ*   M.  7: 

Gracious  Lord,  incline  thine  ear, 
My  requests  vouchsafe  to  hear; 
Sore  distressed  with  euiU  am  I; 

Give  me  Christ;  or  <-U>  I  die. 

s*  J 


2  Wealth  and  honor  I  disdain, 
Earthly  comforts  all  are  vain : 
These  can  never  satisfy : 
Give  me  Christ,  or  else  I  die. 

3  Lord,  deny  me  what  thou  wilt, 
Only  take  away  my  guilt ; 
Mourning,  at  thy  feet  I  lie ; 
Give  me  Christ,  or  else  I  die. 

4  All  unholy  and  unclean, 
I  am  nothing  else  but  sin ; 
On  thy  mercy  I  rely : 
Give  me  Christ,  or  else  I  die. 

5  Thou  dost  freely  save  the  lost : 
In  thy  graee  alone  I  trust : 
With  my  earnest  suit  comply : 
Give  me  Christ,  or  else  I  die. 

6  0,  my  God,  what  shall  I  say  ? 
Take,  0  take  my  sins  away : 
Jesus'  blood  to  me  apply  ; 
Give  me  Christ,  or  else  I  die. 

Uaju  Invocation. 

Iome,  Father,  Son  and  Holy  Ghost, 
One  God,  in  persons  three, 
Bring  back  the  heav'nly  blessing  lost 
By  all  mankind  and  me. 

2  Thy  favor,  and  thy  nature  too, 
To  me,  to  all  restore ; 

Forgive  and  after  God  renew, 
And  keep  me  evermore. 

3  Eternal  Sun  of  righteousness, 
Display  thy  beams  divine, 

And  cause  the  glories  of  thy  face 
Upon  my  heart  to  shine. 

4  Light  in  thy  light,  0  may  I  see, 
Thy  grace  and  mercy  prove ; 

Beviv'd,  and  cheer'd,  and  blest  by  thee, 
The  God  of  pardoning  love. 


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C.  M. 


PRATER    FOB    MERCY. 


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5  Lift  up  thy  countenance  serene, 

Ana  let  thy  sinful  child 
Behold,  without  a  cloud  between, 
The  Godhead  reconcil'd. 

6  That  all-comprising  peace  bestow 

On  me  through  grace  forgiv'n  ; 
The  joy  of  nolinesfl  below, 
And  then  the  peace  of  heav'n. 

Prepare  to  Meet  tluj  God.  S.  M. 

Prepare  me,  gracious  God, 
To  stand  before  thy  face : 
Thy  Spirit  must  the  work  perform, 
For  it  is  all  of  grace. 

In  Christ's  obedience  clothe, 
And  wash  me  in  his  blood : 
So  shall  I  lift  my  head  with  joy, 
Among  the  sons  of  God. 

Do  thou  my  sins  subdue, 
Thy  sovereign  love  make  known, 
The  spirit  of  my  mind  renew, 
And  save  me  in  thy  Son. 

Let  me  attest  thy  pow'r, 
Let  me  thy  goodness  prove, 
Till  my  full  soul  can  hold  no  more 
Of  everlasting  love. 


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The  Sinner's  Friend. 


L.M. 


My  Lord,  my  Life,  at  last  to  thee, 
The  sinner's  Friend,  for  aid  I  flee; 
No  other  help  or  hope  have  I; 
0,  wilt  thou  let  the  sinner  die? 

2  Thy  name  is  love — to  me  make  known 
The  grace  for  which  I  pant  and  groan; 
Thou  only  canst  that  grace  Supply  ; 
0,  wilt  thou  let  the  -inner  die? 


S. 


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PRAYER   FOR   MERCY. 


3  My  guilt  I  own — 'tis  wholly  mine  ; 
The  pow'r  to  save  is  only  thine ; 
Canst  thou  that  saving  pow'r  deny  ? 
0,  wilt  thou  let  the  sinner  die  ? 

4  I  weep,  I  mourn — but  how  can  tears 

k    Wash  out  the  hardened  guilt  of  years  ? 
I  only  on  thy  blood  rely ; 
0,  wilt  thou  let  the  sinner  die  ? 

5  To  save  my  soul,  didst  thou  not  bleed  ? 
Dost  thou  not  live  to  intercede  ? 

My  Friend,  my  Advocate  on  high, 
0,  wilt  thou  let  the  sinner  die  ? 

6  0  no !   0  no  ! — my  soul  shall  live, 
And  Christ  shall  all  the  praise  receive, 
Shall  live  his  grace  to  testify — 

Thou  wilt  not  let  the  sinner  die ! 


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Wrestling  with  Christ.     P.  M.  6  lines  £ 

Come,  0  thou  Traveler  unknown, 
Whom  still  I  hold,  but  cannot  see ; 
My  company  before  is  gone, 

And  I  am  left  alone  with  thee: 
With  thee  all  night  I  mean  to  stay, 
And  wrestle  till  the  break  of  day. 

I  need  not  tell  thee  who  I  am ; 

My  sin  and  misery  declare ; 
Thyself  hast  call'd  me  by  my  name ; 

Look*  on  thy  hands  and  read  it  there; 
But  who,  I  ask  thee,  who  art  thou? 
Tell  me  thy  name,  and  tell  me  now. 

In  vain  thou  strugglest  to  get  free ; 

I  never  will  unloose  my  hold ; 
Art  thou  the  Man  that  died  for  me  ? 

The  secret  of  thy  love  unfold ; 
Wrestling,  I  will  not  let  thee  go, 
Till  I  thy  name,  thy  nature  know. 


Wilt  thou  nnt  yet  to  me  reveal 
Thy  new,  unutterable  name? 

Tell  me,  I  still  beseech  thee,  toll: 
T<>  know  it  now.  resolv'd  I  am: 

Wrestling,  I  will  not  let  thee  go, 

Till  I  thy  name,  thy  nature  know. 

"What  the/  my  shrinking  flesh  complain? 

And  murmur  to  contend  so  long ; 
I  rise  superior  to  my  pain  ; 

When  I  am  weak,  then  I  am  strong ! 
And  when  my  all  of  strength  shall  fail, 
I  shall  with  the  God-Man  prevail. 


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Pleading  the  Death  of  Christ.         C.  M. 

OGod  of  mercy,  hear  my  call! 
My  load  of  guilt  remove ; 
Break  down  this  separating  wall, 
That  bars  me  from  thy  love. 

2  Give  me  the  presence  of  thy  grace  ; 

Then  my  rejoicing  tongue 
Shall  speak  aloud  thy  right'ou- 
And  make  thy  praise  my  song. 

3  Xo  blood  of  goats,  nor  heifer  slain. 

For  sin  could  o'er  atone: 
The  death  of  Christ  shall  still  remain 

Sufficient  and  alone. 

4  A  soul  oppressed  with  sin's  desert, 

My  God  will  ne'er  despi? 
A  broken  and  a  contrite  heart 
Is  our  best  sacrifice. 

5  With  such  a.  sacrifice  as  this, 

Bere  at  thy  feet  I  fall: 
Be  thou  my  staff  and  rightfousi 

My  Sav'mur  and  my  all. 

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CM. 

Faith  adds  new  charms  to  earthly  bliss, 
And  saves  me  from  its  snares, 
Its  aid  in  every  duty  brings, 
And  softens  all  my  cares : 

2  Extinguishes  the  thirst  of  sin, 

And  lights  the  sacred  fire 
Of  love  to  God  and  heav'nly  things, 
And  feeds  the  pure  desire. 

3  The  wounded  conscience  knows  its  pow'r, 

The  healing  balm  to  give ; 
That  balm  the  saddest  heart  can  cheer, 
And  make  the  dying  live. 

4  Wide  it  unveils  celestial  worlds, 

Where  deathless  pleasures  reign ; 
And  bids  me  seek  my  portion  there, 
Nor  bids  me  seek  in  vain : 

5  Shows  me  the  precious  promise  seal'd 

With  the  Redeemer's  blood; 
And  helps  my  feeble  hope  to  rest 
Upon  a  faithful  God. 

6  There,  there  unshaken  would  I  rest, 

Till  this  vile  body  dies  ; 
And  then  on  faith's  triumphant  wings, 
At  once  to  glory  rise. 

001  Faith  a  Certain  Confidence.        C.  M. 

Faith  is  the  brightest  evidence 
Of  things  beyond  our  sight ; 
It  pierces  through  the  veil  of  sense, 
And  dwells  in  heavenly  light. 


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2  It  sets  time  past  in  present  view, 

Brings  distant  prospects  home, 
Of  things  a  thousand  years  ago, 
Or  thousand  years  to  come. 

3  By  faith  we  know  the  world  was  made 

By  <  tod's  almighty  word ; 
We  know  the  heav'ns  and  earth  shall  fade, 
And  be  again  restor'd. 

4  Abrah'm  obeyed  the  Lord's  command, 

From  his  own  country  driv'n  ; 
By  faith  he  sought  a  promised  land, 
But  found  his  rest  in  heav'n. 

5  Thus  through  life's  pilgrimage  we  stray, 

The  promise  in  our  eye; 
By  faith  we  walk  the  narrow  way, 
That  leads  to  joys  on  high. 


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Desire  for  Victorious  Faith.         C.  M. 

Ofor  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink, 
Though  press'd  by  every  foe! 
That  will  not  tremble  on  the  brink 
Of  any  earthly  woe  ; — 

2  That  will  not  murmur  or  complain 

Beneath  the  ehast'ning  rod, 
But,  in  the  hour  of  grief  or  pain, 
Will  lean  upon  its  (Jod; — 

3  A  faith  that  shines  more  bright  and  clear, 

When  tempests  rage  without; 
That  when  in  danger  knows  no  fear, 
In  darkness  feels  no  doubt; — 

4  That  bears,  unmov'd,  the  world's  dread  frown. 

Nor  heeds  its  scornful  Bmile;     4 
That  boss  <>f  trouble  cannot  drown, 
Or  Satan's  arts  beguile; 


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5  A  faith  that  keeps  the  narrow  way, 
Till  life's  last  hour  is  fled, 
And  with  a  pure  and  heavenly  ray 
Illumes  a  dying  bed. 

6  Lord,  give  us  such  a  faith  as  this, 
And  then,  what  e'er  may  come, 
We'll  taste,  e'en  here,  the  hallow'd  bliss 
Of  an  eternal  home. 

Faith  that  Cannot  Fail.  CM.  j 

U  T  ord,  I  believe,"  the  father  cried, 
-U  His  suffering  child  who  brought, 

And  moved  by  agonizing  love, 
The  gift  of  healing  sought. 

2  And  then  the  urgency  of  prayer 

Blent  with  his  tide  of  grief, 
While  tears  the  trembling  words  bedew'd,     ! 
"Help  thou  my  unbelief!" 

3  And  with  that  contrite  cry  for  aid, 

Which  from  the  spirit  burst, 
The  faith  was  born  that  casts  away 
All  pharisaic  trust; 

4  That  resteth  not  in  cold  assent  '< 

To  reason's  lifeless  form, 
But  patient  bears  a  Saviour's  cross, 
In  sunshine  or  in  storm ; 

5  And  though  the  clouds  of  myst'ry  press         j 

Around  this  thorny  vale, 
Still  waits,  and  walks,  and  works  by  love —    \ 
The  faith  that  cannot  fail. 


"  Just  as  I  Am:'  L.  M.  j 

Tust  as  I  am — without  one  plea, 
v    Save  that  thy  blood  was  shed  for  me, 

|         And  that  thou  bidst  me  come  to  thee, 

I        0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 


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2  Just  as  I  am — and  waiting  not 
To  rid  my  soul  of  one  dark  blot, 
To  thee,  whose  blood  can  cleanse  each  spot, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

3  Just  as  I  am — poor,  wretched,  blind ; 
Life,  riches,  healing  of  the  mind, 
Yea,  all  I  want  in  thee  to  find, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

4  Just  as  I  am — thou  wilt  receive, 
"Wilt  pardon,  comfort,  cleanse,  relieve : 
Because  thy  promise  I  believe, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 

5  Just  as  I  am — for  love  unknown 
Has  broken  every  barrier  down ; 
Now  to  be  thine,  and  thine  alone, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  I  come,  I  come ! 


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The  Way  to  Heaven.  L.  M. 

Jesus,  my  All,  to  heaven  is  gone, — 
He, whom  I  fix  my  hopes  upon; — 
His  track  I  see,  and  I'll  pursue 

The  narrow  way,  till  him  I  view. 

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2  The  way  the  holy  prophets  went, 
The  road  that  leads  from  banishment, 
The  King's  high-way  of  holiness, 
I'll  go,  for  all  his  paths  are  peace. 

3  This  is  the  way  I  long  have  sought, 
And  mourn'd  because  I  found  it  not ; 
My  grief  a  burden  long  had  been, 
Because  I  was  not  saved  from  sin. 

4  The  more  I  strove  against  its  pow'r, 
I  felt  its  weight,  and  guilt  the  more, 
Till  late  I  heard  my  Saviour  saw 
"  Come  hither,  soul,  I  am  the  way." 

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Lo !  glad  I  come,  and  thou  blest  Lamb 
Shalt  take  me  to  thee,  whose  I  am : 
Nothing  but  self  have  I  to  give, 
Nothing  but  love  shall  I  receive. 
Then  will  I  tell  to  sinners  round, 
What  a  dear  Saviour  I  have  found ; 
I'll  point  to  thy  redeeming  blood, 
And  say,  "  Behold  the  way  to  God  I" 


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Christ  our  Confidence.  P.  M.  6,6,4,6,6,6,4. 

My  faith  looks  up  to  thee, 
Thou  Lamb  of  Calvary, 

Saviour  divine; 
Now  hear  me  while  I  pray ; 
Take  all  my  guilt  away ; 
0,  let  me  from  this  day 

Be  wholly  thine. 
!  May  thy  rich  grace  impart 
Strength  to  my  fainting  heart, 

My  zeal  inspire ; 
As  thou  hast  died  for  me, 
0  may  my  love  to  thee 
Pure,  warm  and  changeless  be — 

A  living  fire. 
1  While  life's  dread  maze  I  tread, 
And  griefs  around  me  spread, 

Be  thou  my  Guide ; 
Bid  darkness  turn  to  day, 
Wipe  sorrow's  tears  away, 
Nor  let  nre  ever  stray 

From  thee  aside. 
t  When  ends  life's  transient  dream, 
When  death's  cold,  sullen  stream 

Shall  o'er  me  roll, 
Blest  Saviour,  then,  in  love, 
Fear  and  distress  remove ; 
0  bear  me  safe  above, — 

A  ransomed  soul. 


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Sale at io) i  by  Faith.  CM. 

JTHis  faith  that  lays  the  sinner  low, 

1  And  covers  him  with  shame  ; 
Renouncing  all  sili-right'ousness, 
It  trusts  in  Jesus'  name. 

2  Faith  works  with  pow'r,  but  will  not  plead 

The  best  of  works  when  done ; 
It  knows  no  other  grounds  of  trust 
But  in  the  Lord  alone. 

3  It  gives  no  title,  but  receives ; 

Xo  blessing  it  procures  ; 
Yet  where  it  truly  lives  and  reigns. 
All  blessings  it  ensures. 

4  Its  sole  dependence  and  its  stay 

Is  Jesus'  right'ousness ; 
'Tis  thus  salvation  is  by  faith, 
And  all  of  sov'reign  grace. 

5  The  more  this  principle  prevails, 

The  more  is  grace  ador'd  ; 

_'.  'iv  it  assumes,  but  gives 
All  glory  to  the  Lord. 


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Victory  over  Sin  Desired,  C.  M. 

a^k  the  gift  of  righteousness, 
The  sin-subduing  pow'r; 
Pnw'r  to  believe  and  go  in  peace, 
And  never  grieve  thee  more. 

I  ask  the  blood-bought  pardon  seal'd, 

The  liberty  from  sin  ; 
The  grace  infused,  the  love  reveal'd. 

Thy  kingdom  iix'd  within. 

Art  thou  not  Me  to  convert, 

Art  thou  not  willing  too, 
To  change  this  hold  rebellions  heart, 

To  conquer  and  rem 


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4  Thou  canst,  thou  wilt,  I  dare  believe ; 
So  arm  me  with  thy  pow'r, 
That  I  to  sin  shall  never  cleave, 
Shall  never  feel  it  more. 


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Excellence  of  Faith.    S.  H.  M.  6,6,8,6,8,8. 

Faith  is  the  christian's  prop, 
Whereon  his  sorrows  lean ; 
It  is  the  substance  of  his  hope, 
His  proof  of  things  unseen  ; 
It  is  the  anchor  of  his  soul, 
When  tempests  rage  and  billows  roll. 

Faith  is  the  polar  star, 

That  guides  the  christian's  way, 
Directs  his  wand'rings  from  afar, 
To  realms  of  endless  day ; 
It  points  the  course  where'er  he  roam, 
And  safely  leads  the  pilgrim  home. 

Faith  is  the  rainbow's  form 

Hung  on  the  brow  of  heaven, 
A  shelter  from  the  passing  storm, 
A  pledge  of  mercy  given ; 
It  is  the  bright  triumphal  arch, 
Thro'  which  the  saints  to  glory  march. 

The  faith  that  works  by  love, 

And  purines  the  heart, 
A  foretaste  of  the  joys  above, 
To  mortals  can  impart; 
It  bears  us  through  this  earthly  strife, 
And  triumphs  in  immortal  life. 


A  Living  Faith. 


CM. 


Mistaken  souls,  that  dream  of  heaven, 
And  make  their  empty  boast 
Of  inward  joys,  and  sins  forgiven, 
While  they  are  slaves  to  lust. 


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2  How  vain  are  fancy's  airy  flights, 

If  faith  be  cold  and  dead ; 

None  but  a  living  pow'r  unites 

To  Christ,  the  living  Head. 

3  'Tis  faith  that  purifies  the  heart; 

;Tis  faith  that  works  by  love; 

That  bids  all  sinful  joys  depart, 

And  lifts  the  thoughts  above. 

4  This  faith  shall  every  fear  control 

By  its  celestial  pow'r, 
With  holy  triumph  fill  the  soul, 
In  death's  approaching  hour. 


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What  Faith  Is.  C.  M. 

Faith  is  the  Spirit's  sweet  control, 
From  which  assurance  springs  ; 
Faith  is  the  pencil  of  the  soul, 
That  pictures  heav'nly  things. 

2  Faith  is  the  throb  of  love,  that  makes 

Man  rest  on  God  alone ; 
Faith  is  the  wondrous  pow'r,  that  shakes 
The  tempter  on  his  throne. 

3  Faith  is  the  conqu'ring  host,  that  storms 

The  battlements  of  sin  ; 
Faith  is  the  quick'ning  fire,  that  warms 
The  trembling  soul  within. 

4  Faith  is  the  smile,  that  plays  around 

The  dying  christian's  brow: 
Faith  was  the  light,  by  which  he  found 
The  hope  that  fills  him  now. 

5  Faith  is  the  lamp,  that  burns  to  guido 

His  bark,  when  toinp»->t-driven ; 
Faith  is  the  key,  that  opens  wide 
The  distant  gates  of  ln'av'n. 


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6  0  Rock  of  ages,  Fount  of  bliss ! 
Thy  needful  help  afford ; 
And  let  my  constant  prayer  be  this- 
4 'Increase  my  faith,  0  Lord." 


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Power  of  Faith.  S.  M. 

Father,  I  dare  believe 
Thee  merciful  and  true  ; 
Thou  wilt  my  guilty  soul  forgive, 
My  fallen  soul  renew. 

Come,  then,  for  Jesus'  sake, 
And  bid  my  heart  be  clean ; 
An  end  to  all  my  troubles  make, 
An  end  of  all  my  sin. 

I  cannot  wash  my  heart, 
But  by  believing  thee  ; 
And  waiting  for  thy  blood  t'  impart 
The  spotless  purity. 

While  at  thy  cross  I  lie, 
Jesus,  thy  grace  bestow ; 
Now  thy  all-cleansing  blood  apply, 
And  make  me  white  as  snow. 

Self-dedication  to  God.  L.  M. 

Lord,  I  am  thine,  entirely  thine, 
Purchased  and  sav'd  by  blood  divine ; 
With  full  consent  thine  would  I  be, 
And  own  thy  sovereign  right  in  me. 

Grant  one  poor  sinner  more  a  place 
Among  the  children  of  thy  grace ; 
A  wretched  sinner,  lost  to  God, 
But  ransomed  by  Immanuers  blood. 

Thine  would  I  live,  thine  would  I  die, 
Be  thine  through  all  eternity ; 
The  vow  is  past  beyond  repeal ; 
Now  will  I  set  the  solemn  seal. 


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Here  at  that  cross,  where  flows  the  blood 
That  bought  my  guilty  soul  for  God, 
Thee,  my  new  Master  now  I  call, 
And  consecrate  to  thee  my  all. 
Do  thou  assist  a  feeble  worm, 
The  great  engagement  to  perform  : 
Thy  grace  can  full  assistance  lend, 
And  on  that  grace  I  dare  depend. 


Faith  and  Works.  L.  M. 

Ix  vain  men  talk  of  living  faith. 
When  all  their  works  exhibit  death  : 
When  they  indulge  some  sinful  view 
In  all  they  say,  and  all  they  do. 

2  The  true  believer  fears  the  Lord, 
Obeys  his  precepts,  keeps  his  word  ; 
Commits  his  work  to  God  alone, 
And  seeks  his  will  before  his  own. 

3  A  barren  tree  that  bears  no  fruit, 
Brings  no  great  glory  to  its  root ; 
When  on  its  boughs  rich  fruit  we  see, 
;Tis  then  we  cry,  "a  goodly  tree/7 

4  Never  did  men,  by  faith  divine, 
To  selfishness  and  sloth  incline ; 

The  christian  works  with  all  his  pow'r, 
And  grieves  that  he  can  work  no  more. 


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Self-dedication  to  tlie  Lord.  CM. 

RETURN,  my  soul,  unto  thy  rest, 
From  God  no  longer  roam ; 
His  hand  hath  bountifully  blest, 
His  goodness  calls  thee  home. 

What  shall  I  render  unto  thee, 

My  Saviour  in  distress, 
For  all  thy  benefits  to  mo. 

So  great  and  number 


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3  This  will  I  do,  for  thy  love's  sake, 

And  thus  thy  power  proclaim ; 
The  cup  of  thy  salvation  take, 
And  call  upon  thy  name. 

4  Thou  God  of  covenanted  grace, 

Hear  and  record  my  vow, 
While  in  thy  courts  I  seek  thy  face, 
And  at  thy  altar  bow: — 

5  Henceforth  to  thee  myself  I  give ; 

With  single  heart  and  eye 
To  walk  before  thee  while  I  live, 
And  bless  thee  when  I  die. 


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Victorious  Faith. 


M.  8s. 


The  moment  a  sinner  believes, 
And  trusts  in  his  crucified  God, 
His  pardon  at  once  he  receives, 
Redemption  in  full  through  his  blood. 

2  The  faith  that  unites  to  the  Lamb, 
And  brings  such  salvation  as  this, 
Is  more  than  mere  fancy  or  name : 
The  work  of  God's  Spirit  it  is. 

3  It  says  to  the  mountains,  "  depart," 
That  stand  betwixt  God  and  the  soul ; 
It  binds  up  the  broken  in  heart, 

The  wounded  in  conscience  makes  whole ; 

4  Bids  sins  of  a  crimson-like  dye, 
Be  spotless  as  snow,  and  as  white ; 
And  raises  the  sinner  on  high, 

To  dwell  with  the  angels  of  light. 


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Justification  and  Sanrtif  ration. 

B- :  is  the  man,  for  over  bless'd, 
Whose  guilt  is  pardon'd  by  his  God, 
Whose  sins  with  sorrow  are  confess'd 
And  cover'd  with  his  Saviour's  blood. 

2  Blest  is  the  man  to  whom  the  Lord 
Imputes  not  his  iniquities  ; 

He  pleads  no  merit  of  reward, 
And  not  on  works,  but  grace  relies. 

3  From  guile  his  heart  and  lips  are  free  ; 
His  humble  joy,  his  holy  fear, 

With  deep  repentance  well  agree, 
And  join  to  prove  his  faith  sincere. 

4  How  glorious  is  that  righteousness 
That  hides  and  cancels  all  his  sins! 
While  a  bright  evidence  of  grace 
Thro'  his  whole  life  appears  and  shines. 


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Knowledge  of  Forgiveness.  8.  M. 

How  can  a  sinner  know 
His  sins  on  earth  forgiv'n  ? 
How  can  my  gracious  Saviour  show 

My  name  inscribed  in  heaven? 

What  we  have  felt  and  seen. 

With  confidence  we  tell ; 
And  publish  to  the  sons  of  men, 

The  signs  infallible. 

We  who  in  Christ  believe, 

That  ho  for  OS  hath  died, 
We  all  his  unknown  peace  receive, 

And  Peel  his  blood  applied. 

Exoltfl  our  rising  snub 
Disburdened  of  her  Load, 
And  swells,  unutterably  full 

Of  glory  and  of  God. 


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His  love  surpassing  far 
The  love  of  all  beneath, 
We  find  within  our  hearts  to  dare 
The  pointed  darts  of  death. 

Stronger  than  death  or  hell, 
The  sacred  pow'r  we  prove : 
And,  conquerors  of  the  world,  we  dwell 
In  heav'n,  who  dwell  in  love. 


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Imputed  Righteousness.  L.  M. 

Jesus,  thy  blood  and  righteousness 
My  beauty  are,  my  glorious  dress ; 
'Midst  naming  worlds,  in  these  array'd, 
With  joy  shall  I  lift  up  my  head. 

2  When  from  the  dust  of  death  I  rise, 
To  take  my  mansion  in  the  skies ; 
E'en  then  shall  this  be  all  my  plea, 
"Jesus  hath  liv'd  and  died  for  me." 

3  Thus  Abraham,  the  friend  of  God, 
Thus  all  the  armies  bought  with  blood, 
Saviour  of  sinners,  thee  proclaim ! 
Sinners — of  whom  the  chief  I  am. 

4  This  spotless  robe  the  same  appears 
When  ruin'd  nature  sinks  in  years ; 
No  age  can  change  its  glorious  hue : 
The  robe  of  Christ  is  ever  new. 

5  0  let  the  dead  now  hear  thy  voice ! 
Bid,  Lord,  thy  banish'd  ones  rejoice ; 
Their  beauty  this,  their  glorious  dress, 
Jesus,  the  Lord,  our  righteousness. 


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Forgiveness  of  Sins.  S.  M. 

0  blessed  souls  are  they, 
Whose  sins  are  covered  o'er ; — 
Divinely  blest,  to  whom  the  Lord 
Imputes  their  guilt  no  more. 


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2  Thoy  mourn  thoir  follies  past, 
An<f  keep  their  hearts  with  care; 

Their  lips  and  lives,  without  deceit, 
Shall  prove  their  faith  sincere. 

3  While  I  concealed  my  guilt, 
I  felt  the  festering  wound  ; 

Till  I  confessed  my  sins  to  thee, 
And  ready  pardon  found. 

4  Let  sinners  learn  to  pray, 

Let  saints  keep  near  the  throne ; 
Our  help,  in  times  of  deep  distress, 
Is  found  in  God  alone. 


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Justification  through  Faith.         C.  M. 

Vain  are  the  hopes  the  sons  of  men 
On  their  own  works  have  built ; 
Their  hearts  by  nature  all  unclean, 
And  all  their  actions  guilt. 

2  Let  Jew  and  Gentile  stop  their  mouths,       \ 

Without  a  murmuring  word, 
And  the  whole  race  of  Adam  stand 
Guilty  before  the  Lord. 

3  In  vain  we  ask  God's  righteous  law 

To  justify  us  now: 
Since  to  convince  and  to  condemn 
Is  all  the  law  can  do. 

4  Jesus,  how  glorious  is  thy  grace  ! 

When  in  thy  name  we  trust. 
Our  faith  receives  a  righteousness 

That  makes  the  sinner  just. 

2fi9 

JAJ        Sdfrighfa  L.  M. 

o  more,  my  God,  I  )  ore, 

Of  all  the  <  1  v 1 1  i « •  -  f  have  done; 
I  quit  the  hopes  1  held  before, 

To  trust  the  merit-  of  thy  Son. 

Si 


N° 


!  240  CONVERSION. 

2  Now,  for  the  love  I  bear  his  name, 
What  was  my  gain,  I  count  my  loss ; 
My  former  pride,  I  call  my  shame, 
And  nail  my  glory  to  his  cross. 

3  Yes,  and  I  must  and  will  esteem 
All  things  but  loss  for  Jesus'  sake : 
0 !  may  my  soul  be  found  in  him, 
And  of  his  righteousness  partake. 

4  The  best  obedience  of  my  hands, 
Dares  not  appear  before  thy  throne  ; 
But  faith  can  answer  thy  demands, 
By  pleading  what  my  Lord  has  done. 


CONVEKSION. 

Ouu     Joy  of  a  Remarkable  Conversion.    CM. 

When  God  reveal' d  his  gracious  name, 
And  chang'd  my  mournful  state, 
My  rapture  seem'd  a  pleasing  dream, 
The  grace  appear'd  so  great. 

2  The  world  beheld  the  glorious  change, 

And  did  thy  hand  confess  ; 
My  tongue  broke  out  in  unknown  strains, 
And  sung  surprising  grace. 

3  "Great  is  the  work,"  my  neighbors  cried, 

And  own'd  thy  power  divine ; 
"Great  is  the  work,"  my  heart  replied, 
"  And  be  the  glory  thine." 

4  The  Lord  can  clear  the  darkest  skies, 

Can  give  us  day  for  night ; 
Make  drops  of  sacred  sorrow  rise 
To  rivers  of  delight. 


CONVERSION.  241 

5  Lot  those  that  bow  in  Badness,  wait 
Till  the  fair  harvest  come  ; 
They  shall  confess  their  sheaves  are  great, 
And  shout  the  blessings  home. 


354 


The  Converted  Thief.  CM. 

As  ox  the  cross  the  Saviour  hung, 
And  wept,  and  bled,  and  died, 
He  poured  salvation  on  a  wretch 
That  languished  at  his  side. 

2  His  crimes,  with  inward  grief  and  shame, 

The  penitent  confess'd, 
Then  turned  his  dying  eyes  to  Christ, 
And  thus  his  prayer  addressed : — 

3  "Jesus,  thou  Son  and  Heir  of  heav'n, 

Thou  spotless  Lamb  of  God ! 
I  see  thee  bathed  in  sweat  and  tears, 
And  writhing  in  thy  blood. 

4  Yet  quickly,  from  these  scenes  of  woe, 

In  triumph  thou  shalt  rise, 
Burst  through  the  gloomy  shades  of  death, 
And  shine  above  the  skies. 

5  Amid  the  glories  of  that  world, 

Dear  Saviour,  think  on  me, 
And  in  the  vict'ries  of  thy  death, 
Let  me  a  sharer  be/' 

G  His  prayer  the  dying  Jesus  hears, 
And  instantly  replies: 
"To-day  thy  'parting  soul  ahal]  be 
AVith  me  in  Paradise. " 

(  ion.  0.  M. 

/^hkist's  faithful  word,  his  solemn  pledge, 

\J    Forever  Stall  endure; 

He,  both  she  Saviour  and  the  Judg 
Hath  seal'd  the  Bentenoe  rare : 

<"  16 


242  CONVERSION. 


2  "  Except  converted,  born  anew, 

Like  children  you  become, 
My  kingdom  hath  no  place  for  you, 
Nor  heaven  a  final  home." 

3  In  vain  for  outward  sins  you  mourn, 

Or  change  from  sect  to  sect, 
Unless  from  love  of  sin  you  turn, 
You  cannot  heaven  expect. 


356 


Praise  for  Conversion.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Hail,  my  ever-blessed  Jesus ! 
Only  thee  I  wish  to  sing ; 
To  my  soul  thy  name  is  precious, 

Thou  my  Prophet,  Priest  and  King. 
0,  what  mercy  flows  from  heaven ! 

0,  what  joy  and  happiness! 
Love  I  much  ? — I'm  much  forgiven, 
I'm  a  miracle  of  grace. 

2  Once  with  Adam's  race  in  ruin, 

Unconcerned  in  sin  I  lay ; 
Swift  destruction  still  pursuing, 

Till  my  Saviour  passed  that  way. 
Witness,  all  ye  hosts  of  heaven, 

My  Redeemer's  tenderness; 
Love  I  much  ? — I'm  much  forgiven, 

I'm  a  miracle  of  grace. 

3  Shout,  ye  bright  angelic  choir, 

Praise  the  Lamb  enthroned  above; 
Whilst  astonished  I  admire 

God's  free  grace  and  boundless  love. 
That  blest  moment  I  received  him, 

Fill'd  my  soul  with  joy  and  peace; 
Love  I  much? — I'm  much  forgiven, 

I'm  a  miracle  of  grace. 


CONVERSION.  243 


357 


Old  Things  are  Passed  Away.        CM. 

Let  earthly  minds  the  world  pursue, 
It  has  no  charms  for  me ; 
Once  I  admired  its  trifles  too, 
But  grace  hath  set  me  free. 

2  Its  joys  can  now  no  longer  please, 

Nor  e'en  content  afford  ; 
Far  from  my  heart  be  joys  like  these, 
For  I  have  seen  the  Lord. 

3  As,  by  the  light  of  opening  day, 

The  stars  are  all  concealed, 
So  earthly  pleasures  fade  away, 
When  Jesus  is  revealed. 

4  Creatures  no  more  divide  my  choice, 

I  bid  them  all  depart ; 
His  name,  his  love,  his  gracious  voice, 
Have  fixed  my  roving  heart. 

5  But  may  I  hope,  that  thou  wilt  own 

A  worthless  worm  like  me? 
Dear  Lord,  I  would  be  thine  alone, 
And  wholly  live  to  thee. 

OOO  The  Prodigal's  Conversion.  C.  M. 

Afflictions,  though  they  seem  severe, 
In  mercy  oft  are  sent; 
They  stopt  the  prodigal's  career, 
And  caus'd  him  to  repent. 

2  Although  he  no  relentings  felt 

'Till  he  had  spent  his  store; 
His  stubborn  heart  began  to  melt, 
When  famine  pinch  d  him  sore. 

3  "What  have  I  gain'd  by  sin,"  he  said, 

u  But  hunger,  shame  and  I 
My  father's  house  abounds  with  bread 
While  I  am  starving  hare. 

k 


244  CONVERSION. 


4  I'll  go  and  tell  him  all  I've  done, 

Fall  down  before  his  face : 
Unworthy  to  be  call'd  his  son, 
I'll  seek  a  servant's  place." 

5  His  father  saw  him  coming  back, 

He  saw  and  ran  and  smil'd ; 
Then  threw  his  arms  around  the  neck 
Of  his  rebellious  child. 

6  "Father,  I've  sinn'd,  but,  0  forgive !"- 

"  Enough,"  the  father  said, 
"  Rejoice,  my  house,  my  son's  alive, 
For  whom  I  mourn'd  as  dead. 

7  Now  let  the  fatted  calf  be  slain, 

Go  spread  the  news  around, 

My  son  was  dead  but  lives  again, 

Was  lost,  but  now  is  found." 

8  'Tis  thus  the  Lord  his  love  reveals, 

To  call  poor  sinners  home: 
More  than  a  father's  love  he  feels, 
And  welcomes  all  that  come. 


1359 


A  Song  of  Praise  for  Conversion.    C.  M. 

I  waited  patient  for  the  Lord  ; 
He  bowed  to  hear  my  cry ; 
He  saw  me  resting  on  his  word, 
And  brought  salvation  nigh. 

2  He  raised  me  from  a  horrid  pit, 
Where  mourning  long  I  lay ; 

And  from  my  bonds  releas'd  my  feet — 
Deep  bonds  of  miry  clay. 

3  Firm  on  a  rock  he  made  me  stand, 
And  taught  my  cheerful  tongue 

To  praise  the  wonders  of  his  hand, 
In  a  new,  thankful  song. 

k 


KEGENERATION.  245     j 

4  I'll  spread  his  works  of  grace  abroad ; 
The  saints  with  joy  shall  hear, 
And  sinners  learn  to  make  my  God 
Their  only  hope  and  fear. 


KEGENEKATION. 


360 


11  Ye  Must  be  Born  Again."         C.  M. 

Sinners,  this  solemn  truth  regard, — 
Hear, all  ye  sons  of  men  ! 
For  Christ,  the  Saviour,  hath  declared, 
"Ye  must  be  born  again." 

2  "Whate'er  might  be  your  birth  or  blood, 

The  sinner's  boast  is  vain : 
Thus  saith  the  glorious  Son  of  God, 
"Ye  must  be  born  again." 

3  Our  nature's  totally  depraved, 

The  heart  a  sink  of  sin: 
Without  a  change  we  can't  b6  saved, 
"Ye  must  be  born  again." 

4  That  which  is  born  of  flesh  is  flesh, 

And  flesh  it  will  remain: 
Then  marvel  not  that  Jesus  saith, 
"Ye  must  be  born  again." 

5  Spirit  of  life,  thy  grace  impart, 

And  breathe  on  sinners  slain  ; 
Bear  witness,  Lord,  with  every  heart, 
That  we  are  born  again. 

6  Dear  Saviour,  we  will  now  begin 

To  trust  and  love  thy  w<>rd  : 

And  bj  forsaking  every  sin, 

Prove  we  are  born  of  God, 

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r  246  REGENERATION. 


361 


1 362 


Necessity  of  Renewing  Grace.       C.  M. 

How  helpless  guilty  nature  lies, 
Unconscious  of  its  load ; 
The  heart  unchang'd,  can  never  rise 
To  happiness  and  God. 

2  Can  aught,  beneath  a  power  divine, 

The  stubborn  will  subdue  ? 
;Tis  thine,  eternal  Spirit,  thine, 
To  form  the  heart  anew. 

3  'Tis  thine,  the  passions  to  recall, 

And  upward  bid  them  rise ; 
To  make  the  scales  of  error  fall 
From  reason's  darkened  eyes ; — 

4  To  chase  the  shades  of  death  away, 

And  bid  the  sinner  live  ; 
A  beam  of  heaven — a  vital  ray, 
;Tis  thine  alooe  to  give. 

5  0  change  these  wretched  hearts  of  ours, 

And  give  them  life  divine  ; 
Then  shall  our  passions  and  our  pow'rs, 
Almighty  Lord,  be  thine ! 


w 


The  New  Birth.  C.  M. 

hile  Jesus  dwelt  on  earth  below, 
Among  the  sons  of  men, 
He  spar'd  no  pains  to  let  them  know, 
They  must  be  born  again. 

2  We  all  have  broke  Jehovah's  laws, 
And  guilty  must  remain : 

Condemned  to  all  the  pains  of  hell, 
Till  we  are  born  again. 

3  Alas !  whate'er  good  works  we  do, 
His  favor  to  obtain, 

They  can't  our  sinful  hearts  renew; 
We  must  be  born  again. 

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REGENERATION.  217    1 


4  Were  we  baptiied  a  thousand  times, 

It  would  be  all  in  vain  : 
This  cannot  wash  away  OUT  crimes; 
We  must  he  born  again. 

5  The  word  of  God  is  firm  and  sure, 

And  always  will  remain  : 

Eternal  wrath  we  must  endure, 

Unless  we're  born  again. 

I 

G  There's  but  one  way  for  our  escape 

From  everlasting  pain ; 

And  that  is  through  the  narrow  gate 

Of  being  born  again. 

0\)0  Washing  of  Regeneration.  CM.  \ 

j 
\Tot  the  malicious  nor  profane, 
JL\    The  wanton  nor  the  proud, 
Xor  thieves,  nor  sland'rers  shall  obtain 
The  kingdom  of  our  God. 

2  Surprising  grace !  and  such  were  we, 

By  nature  and  by  sin : 

Heirs  of  immortal  misery, 

Unholy  and  unclean. 

3  But  we  are  washed  in  Jesus'  blood, 

We're  pardoned  through  his  name. 
And  the  good  Spirit  of  our  God 

Hath  sanctified  OUT  frame. 

4  0  for  a  persevering  pow'r, 

To  keep  thy  just  commands] 
We  would  defile  our  hearts  no  more, 
No  more  pollute  our  hands. 

Ou4      Barn  not  of  mood,  but  of  Qod.      L.  M. 

4  B8isT  my  soul,  my  heavenly  King, 
.A  Thine  everlasting  love  to  sing: 
And  joyful  spread  thy  praise  abroad, 

ae,  through  grace,  that's  born  of 


*  248  REGENERATION. 

2  No,  it  was  not  the  will  of  man, 

My  soul's  new  heavenly  birth  began ; 
Nor  will,  nor  pow'r,  of  flesh,  and  blood, 
That  turn'd  my  heart  from  sin  to  God. 

3  Herein  let  self  be  all  abas'd, 

And  heavenly  love  alone  confess'd ; 
This  be  my  song  through  all  the  road, 
That  born  I  am,  and  born  of  God. 

4  0  may  this  love  my  soul  constrain, 
To  make  returns  of  love  again, 
That  I,  while  earth  is  my  abode, 
May  live  like  one  that's  born  of  God. 

5  And  when  th'  appointed  hour  shall  come, 
And  thou  wilt  call  me  to  my  home ; 
Joyful  I'll  pass  the  chilling  flood, 

And  sing  and  say,  I'm  born  of  God. 

Regeneration  by  the  Spirit,  C.  M. 

]"ot  all  the  outward  forms  on  earth, 
Nor  rites  that  God  has  given, 
Nor  will  of  man,  nor  blood,  nor  birth, 
Can  raise  a  soul  to  heaven. 

2  The  sovereign  will  of  God  alone 
Creates  us  heirs  of  grace, 

Born  in  the  image  of  his  Son, 
A  new,  peculiar  race. 

3  The  Spirit,  like  some  heavenly  wind, 
Breathes  on  the  sons  of  flesh, 

Creates  anew  the  carnal  mind, 
And  forms  the  man  afresh. 


F 


4  Our  quickened  souls  awake  and  rise 
From  their  long  sleep  of  death ; 
On  heavenly  things  we  fix  our  eyes, 
And  praise  employs  our  breath. 


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REGENERATION. 


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366 


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Need  of  Regeneration.  C.P.M.  8,8,0,8,8,6. 

Awaked  by  Sinai's  awful  Bound, 
Mv  bouI  in  guilt  and  thrall  I  found, 
Exposed  to  endless  woe ; 
Eternal  truth  did  loud  proclaim, 
The  sinner  must  be  horn  again, 
Or  else  to  ruin  go. 

'2  Amazed  I  stood,  but  could  not  tell 
Which  way  to  shun  the  gates  of  hell; 

For  death  and  hell  drew  near. 
I  strove,  indeed,  but  strove  in  vain — 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 

Still  sounded  in  my  ear. 

3  The  saints  I  heard,  with  rapture  tell, 
How  Jesus  couquer'd  death  and  hell, 

And  broke  the  fowler's  snare : 
Yet  when  I  found  this  truth  remain, —         j 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, — 

I  sunk  in  deep  despair* 

4  But  while  I  thus  in  anguish  lay, 
Jesus  of  Naz'reth  pass'd  that  way, — 

I  felt  his  pity  move : 
The  Binner,  by  his  justice  slain. 
Now,  by  his  grace,  is  bora  again* 

And  sings  redeeming  love* 


Behold,  Ih  Prayeih.  L.  M. 

1ixce,  Lord,  thy  mighty  grace  did  call 
A  bloody,  persecuting  Saul, 
Let  none  despair — here  God  displays 
His  Bov'reign  pow^r — "Behold,  he  prays." 

2  The  son]  that's  truly  born  of  <«"«!. 
Delights  to  run  the  heav'nly  road  : 
lie  mourns  for  sin,  and  hates  the  n 
Which  Lead  to  death — "  Heboid,  he  praye 


;     250                            ADOPTION. 
- — 

3  He  flies  from  work>  to  Jesus'  blood. 
Yet  proves  by  works  he's  born  of  God; 
He  runs  with  joy  in  Z  ion's  way-. 
And  to  his  God — "  Behold,  he  prays." 

4  In  heav'n  each  praying  soul  shall  see 
Salvation  was  both  rich  and  free ; 
And  through  eternal  ages  raise 
Their  song  to  great  Jehovah's  praise. 


ADOPTION. 

ODO  Filial  Obedience.  S.  M. 

>ehold,  what  wondrous  grace 


B' 


The  Father  has  bestow 'd, 
On  sinners  of  a  mortal  race, 
To  call  them  sons  of  God! 

'Tis  no  surprising  thing. 
That  we  should  be  unknown  ; 
The  Jewish  world  knew  not  their  King, 
God's  everlasting  Son. 

Xor  doth  it  yet  appear 
How  great  we  must  be  made ; 
But  when  we  see  our  Saviour  here, 
We  shall  be  like  our  Head. 

A  hope,  so  much  divine, 
May  trials  well  endure ; 
May  purge  our  souls  from  sense  and  sin, 
As  Christ,  the  Lord,  is  pure. 

If  in  my  Father's  love 
I  share  a  filial  part, 
Send  down  thy  Spirit,  like  a  dove, 
To  fill  and  warm  my  heart. 

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ADOPTION. 


251 G! 


Children  no  longer  lie, 
Like  slaves,  beneath  the  throne; 
Their  faith  shall  Abba — Father — cry, 
And  thou  the  kindred  own. 


dby      We  are  the  Sons  of  God.     P.  M.  8,8,8,6.  j 

Tiie  wanderer  no  more  will  roam, 
The  lost  one  to  the  fold  hath  come, 
The  prodigal  is  welcomed  home, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  in  thee. 


2  Though  clad  in  rags,  by  sin  denTd, 
The  Father  hath  embraced  his  child, 
And  I  am  pardoned,  reconciled, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  in  thee. 

3  Xow  shall  my  famished  soul  be  fed ; 
A  feast  of  love  for  me  is  spread: 

I  feed  upon  the  children's  bread, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  in  thee. 

4  I  cannot  half  his  love  express, 

Yet,  Lord,  with  joy  my  lips  confess, 
This  blessed  portion  I  possess, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  in  thee. 

5  It  is  thy  precious  name  I  bear, 
It  is  thy  spotless  robe  I  wear ; 
Therefore  the  Father's  love  I  share, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  in  thee. 


i 


370 


The  Heirs  of  the  Kingdom.        L.  M. 
\Tot  all  the  nobles  of  the  earth, 
li  Who  boast  the  honors  of  their  birth, 
Such  real  dignity  can  claim, 
As  those  who  bear  the  Christian  name. 

2  To  them  the  privilege  is  giv'n 
To  be  the  sons  and  heirs  of  heav'n : 
The  sons  of  God  who  reigns  on  high, 
The  heirs  of  God  beyond  the  sky. 


252  ADOPTION. 

3  If  I've  the  honor,  Lord,  to  be 
One  of  this  numerous  family, 
On  me  the  gracious  gift  bestow 
To  call  the  Abba — Father — too. 

4  So  may  my  conduct  ever  prove 
My  filial  piety  and  love ; 

Whilst  all  my  brethren  clearly  trace        $ 
Their  Father's  likeness  in  my  face. 


371 


1/ 


The  Heirs  of  God.       P.  M.  8,6,8,6,8,8. 
et  others  boast  their  ancient  line, 
In  long  succession  great; 
In  the  proud  list  her  heroes  shine, 

And  monarchs  swell  the  state ; 
Descended  from  the  King  of  kings, 
Each  saint  a  nobler  title  sings. 

2  Pronounce  me,  gracious  God,  thy  son. 

Own  me  an  heir  divine ; 
I'll  pity  princes  on  the  throne, 

When  I  can  call  thee  mine : 
Sceptres  and  crowns  unenvied  rise, 
And  lose  their  lustre  in  mine  eyes. 

3  Content,  obscure,  I  pass  my  days, 

To  all  I  meet  unknown, 
And  wait  till  thou  thy  child  shalt  raise, 

And  seat  me  near  thy  throne : 
No  name,  no  honors  here  I  crave, 
Well  pleas'd  with  those  beyond  the  grave. 

O  i  A)    Privileges  of  Adoption.       M.  6  lines  7s. 

Blessed  are  the  sons  of  God, 
They  are  bought  with  Jesus'  blood : 
They  are  ransom'd  from  the  grave — 
Life  eternal  they  shall  have  ; 
With  them  number'd  may  we  be, 
Here,  and  in  eternity. 


J8^  ADOPTION.  253  ' 


2  They  are  justified  by  gn 
They  enjoy  the  Saviour's  peace; 

All  their  sins  are  wash'd  away : 
They  shall  stand  in  God's  great  day; 
With  them  numbcr'd  may  we  be, 
Here,  and  in  eternity. 

3  They  produce  the  fruits  of  grace 
In  the  works  of  right'ou>i 

They  are  harmless,  meek  and  mild, 
Holy,  blameless,  undefiFd ; 
With  them  numbered  may  we  be, 
Here,  and  in  eternity. 

4  They  are  lights  upon  the  earth, 
Children  of  a  heav'nly  birth ; 
One  with  God,  with  Jesus  one ; 
Glory  is  with  them  begun  ; 
With  them  numbered  may  we  be, 
Here,  and  in  eternity. 


The  Gift  of  Love.  C.  M. 

Behold  th'  amazing  gift  of  love 
The  Father  hath  bestow'd 
On  us,  the  sons  of  sinful  men, 
To  call  us  sons  of  God ! 

2  Conceal'd  as  yet  his  honor  Kes, 

By  this  dark  world  unknown — 
A  world  that  knew  not  when  he  came, 
E'en  God's  beloved  Son. 

3  High  is  the  rank  we  now  po>- 

But  higher  we  shall  rise; 
Though  what  we  shall  hereafter  be 
I-  hid  from  mortal  i 

4  We  know,  we  all,  when  he  appears, 

Shall  boar  his  image  bright ; 
:y  full  diflcioVd 

I]  open  to  our  Bight. 
__ ®! 


A.V>AAA^WJVt 

ASSURANCE. 


ASSUKANCE. 


374 


I  Know  that  my  Redeemer  Liveth.     L.  M. 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives ! 
What  comfort  this  sweet  sentence  gives ! 
He  lives,  he  lives,  who  once  was  dead ; 
He  lives — my  ever-living  Head. 

2  He  lives,  to  bless  me  with  his  love ; 
He  lives,  to  plead  for  me  above ; 
He  lives,  my  hungry  soul  to  feed ; 
He  lives,  to  help  in  time  of  need. 

3  He  lives,  and  grants  me  daily  breath ; 
He  lives,  and  I  shall  conquer  death ; 
He  lives,  my  mansion  to  prepare — 
He  lives,  to  bring  me  safely  there. 

4  He  lives — all  glory  to  his  name ! 
He  lives — my  Jesus,  still  the  same ; 
0,  the  sweet  joy  this  sentence  gives, 
"I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives  1" 


375 


Witness  of  the  Spirit,  CM. 

Why  should  the  children  of  a  King 
Go  mourning  all  their  days? 
Great  Comforter,  descend  and  bring 
Some  tokens  of  thy  grace. 

3  Dost  thou  not  dwell  in  all  the  saints, 
And  seal  the  heirs  of  heav'n? 
When  wilt  thou  banish  my  complaints, 
And  show  my  sins  forgiv'n? 

3  Assure  my  conscience  of  her  part 
In  the  Redeemer's  blood, 
And  bear  thy  witness  with  my  heart, 
That  I  am  born  of  God. 


» 


376 


4  Thou  art  the  earnest  of  his  love, 
The  pledge  of  joys  to  come; 
And  thy  soft  wings,  celestial  Dove, 
Will  safe  convey  me  home. 

Pleasure  of  Assurance.    C.P.M.8,8,6,8,8,6. 

What  sweet  emotions  in  me  move ! 
And  how  I  know  that  God  is  love; 
And  feel  a  perfect  peace ! 
The  world  displays  her  trifling  toys, 
But  what  are  these  to  heav'nly  joys — 
To  such  extatic  bliss  ? 

I  view  a  smiling  Saviour's  face, 
I  feel  the  joys  of  pard'ning  grace — 

A  heaven  in  my  soul. 
0,  clasp  me,  Saviour,  to  thy  breast, 
And  let  me  there  securely  rest,  ' 

While  endless  ages  roll. 

A  heav'n  below,  a  heav'n  above, 
An  ocean  of  redeeming  love, 

A  fountain  full  and  free: 
Thy  praise  on  earth  let  me  prolong, 
And  then  in  heav'n  'twill  be  my  song, 

To  all  eternity. 


377 


Prayer  for  Assurance.  L.  M. 

Thou,  who  for  Burners  once  was  .-Iain, 
Once  dead,  but  now  alive  again, 
Give  me  to  know,  to  taste  and  proi 
The  pow'r  and  BWeetneSB  of  thy  luvo. 

2  Git«  me  to  feel  my  shu  forgir'n, 
And  know  myself  an  heir  of  heav'n; 
My  c  sprinkle  with  thy  blood, 

And  iill  me  with  the  loi  •• 


256  CONVERTS. 


Then  will  I  run  the  heav'nly  race, 
And  hope  to  stand  before  thy  face ; 
There  with  the  ransom'd  I  will  sing, 
And  praise  my  Saviour  and  my  King. 

Full  Assurance.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Know,  my  soul,  thy  full  salvation, 
Rise  o'er  sin,  and  fear,  and  care ; 
Joy  to  find  in  every  station 
Something  still  to  do  or  bear. 

2  Think  what  Spirit  dwells  within  thee ; 

Think  what  Father's  smiles  are  thine ; 
Think  what  Jesus  did  to  win  thee: 
Child  of  heav'n,  canst  thou  repine? 

3  God  will  give  thee  grace  and  glory; 

Fight  thy  way,  and  get  thy  crown ; 
Canaan's  land  lies  just  before  thee — 
There  you'll  lay  your  armor  down. 


4  Soon  you'll  close  your  earthly  mission, 
Soon  you'll  pass  your  pilgrim  days ; 
Hope  shall  change  to  glad  fruition — 
Faith  to  sight,  and  prayer  to  praise. 


|  CONVERTS. 

loiO        Joy  of  the  Convert     P.  M.  6,6,9,6,6,9. 

A  how  happy  are  they 

\J  Who  their  Saviour  obey, 
And  have  laid  up  their  treasures  above! 

Tongue  can  never  express 

The  sweet  comfort  and  peace 
Of  a  soul  in  its  earliest  love. 


CONVERTS.  257 


That  sweet  comfort  was  mine, 

When  the  favor  divine 
I  first  found  in  the  blood  of  the  Lamb; 

When  my  heart  it  believM, 

What  a  joy  I  reeeivM — 
What  a  heaven  in  Jesus'  name  ! 

T  was  a  heaven  below, 

My  Redeemer  to  know; 
And  the  angels  could  do  nothing  more 

Than  to  fall  at  his  feet, 

And  the  story  repeat, 
And  the  Lover  of  sinners  adore. 

Jesus,  all  the  day  long, 

Was  my  joy  and  my  song — 
0,  that  all  his  salvation  might  see  ! 

He  hath  lov'd  me  !  I  cried, 

He  hath  suffer'd  and  died, 
To  redeem  such  a  rebel  as  me ! 

On  the  wings  of  his  love, 

I  was  carried  above 
All  my  sin  and  temptation  and  pain ; 

And  I  could  not  believe 

That  I  ever  should  grieve, 
That  I  ever  should  suffer  again. 

I  then  rode  on  the  sky, 

Freely  justified  I, 
Xor  did  envy  Llijah  his  seat: 

My  glad  soul  mounted  high'r, 

In  a  chariot  of  fire, 
And  the  moon  it  was  under  m}r  feet. 

0,  the  rapturous  height 
Of  that  holy  delight, 
Which   1  felt  in  tin*  life-giving  blood  ! 
Of  my  Saviour  p088688'd1 

I  was  perfectly  bless' d, 

As  if  lill'd  with   the  fulness  ofGod! 

n 


The  Lord  hath  Helped  Us.      M.  8s  &  7s. 

Come,  thou  Fount  of  every  blessing, 
Tune  my  heart  to  sing  thy  grace : 
Streams  of  mercy,  never  ceasing, 
Call  for  songs  of  loudest  praise. 
Teach  me  some  melodious  sonnet, 
j  Sung  by  naming  tongues  above; 

Praise  the  mount — I'm  fix'd  upon  it, — 
Mount  of  thy  redeeming  love. 

I        2  Here  I'll  raise  my  Ebenezer: 

Hither  by  thy  help  I've  come  ; 
And  I  hope,  by  thy  good  pleasure, 

Safely  to  arrive  at  home. 
Jesus  sought  me,  when  a  stranger, 

"Wand'ring  from  the  fold  of  God ; 
He,  to  rescue  me  from  danger, 

Interposed  his  precious  blood. 

3  0,  to  grace  how  great  a  debtor 

Daily  Fm  constrained  to  be ! 
Let  thy  goodness,  like  a  fetter, 

Bind  my  wandering  heart  to  thee: — 
Prone  to  wander,  Lord,  I  feel  it, 

Prone  to  leave  the  God  I  love ; 
Here's  my  heart,  0  take  and  seal  it, 

Seal  it  for  thy  courts  above ! 


1381 


Convert's  Triumph  and  Prospect.     L.  M. 

I?  M  glad  that  I  was  born  to  die ; 
From  grief  and  woe  my  soul  shall  fly ; 
Bright  angels  shall  convey  me  home, 
Away  to  New  Jerusalem. 

2  I  have  some  friends  before  me  gone, 
And  Fm  resolv'd  to  follow  on ; 
They're  happy  'round  my  Father's  throne, 
They're  looking  out  for  me  to  come. 


CONVERTS. 


3  I  hope  to  meet  my  brethren  there, 
Who  used  to  join  with  me  in  pray'r ; 
If  you  get  there  before  I  do, 

Look  out  for  me,  I'm  coming  too. 

4  Fll  praise  my  Maker  while  I've  breath  ; 
I  hope  to  praise  him  after  death : 

I  hope  to  praise  him  when  I  die, 
And  shout  salvation  as  I  fly. 

•3  And  when  to  that  bright  world  I  come, 
J         And  join  my  everlasting  home, 
My  soul  shall  there  forever  bloom, 
Until  my  body  leaves  the  tomb. 

j     G  Then  all  shall  hear  the  solemn  sound: 
Awake,  ye  nations  under  ground ! 
Arise,  and  drop  your  dying  shrouds, 
And  meet  King  Jesus  in  the  clouds ! 

7  There  shall  I  see  my  glorious  God, 
And  triumph  in  his  blest  abode : 
My  theme  through  all  eternity, 
Shall  glory ! — glory ! — glory  !  be. 


J  382 


Weaned  from  the  World.  C.P.M.  8,8,0,8,8,6. 

Tell  me  no  more  of  earthly  toys, 
Of  sinful  mirth  and  carnal  joys, 
The  things  I  loved  before : 
Let  me  but  view  my  Saviour's  face, 
And  feel  his  animating  grace, 
And  I  desire  no  more. 

Tell  me  no  more  of  praise  and  wealth ; 
Tell  me  no  more  of  ease  and  health ; 

For  these  all  have  their  snares ; 
Let  me  but  know  my  sins  forgiv'n, 
And  see  my  name  enrolPd  in  heav'n, 

And  I  am  free  from  cares. 


&260 

3  Tell  me  no  more  of  lofty  tow'rs, 
Delightful  gardens,  fragrant  bow'rs, 

For  these  are  trifling  things ; 
The  little  room  for  me  designed, 
Will  suit  as  well  my  easy  mind, 

As  palaces  of  kings. 

4  Tell  me  no  more  of  crowding  guests, 
/Of  sumptuous  feasts,  and  gaudy  dress, 

Extravagance  and  waste : 
My  little  table,  only  spread 
With  simple  herbs  and  wholesome  bread, 

Will  better  suit  my  taste. 

5  Give  me  my  Bible  in  my  hand, 
A  heart  to  read  and  understand, 

And  faith  to  trust  the  Lord  ; 
I'd  sit  alone  from  day  to  day, 
And  urge  no  company  to  stay, 

Nor  wish  to  rove  abroad. 

\ 

OOO  Presence  of  Christ  Desired.  P.  M.  lis  &8s.  j 

Othou,  in  whose  presence  my  soul  takes  de-  j 
light, 
On  whom  in  affliction  I  call ; 
My  comfort  by  day,  and  my  song  in  the  night, 
My  hope,  my  salvation,  my  all ! 

2  Where  dost  thou,  at  noon-tide,  resort  with  thy 

sheep, 
To  feed  on  the  pastures  of  love? 
Say,  why  in  the  valley  of  death  should  I  weep, 
Or  alone  in  the  wilderness  rove? 

3  0,  why  should  I  wander,  an  alien  from  thee, 

And  cry  in  the  desert  for  bread  ? 
Thy  foes  will  rejoice,  when  my  sorrows  they  see, 
And  smile  at  the  tears  I  have  shed. 

k>0 „ -~~^~~^^^~~^~^~M 


CONVERTS.  261 


4  Ye  daughters  of  Zion,  declare,  have  you  seen 

The  star  that  on  Israel  shone? 
Say,  if  in  your  tents  my  Beloved  has  been, 
And  where  with  his  flock  he  is  gone  ? 

5  This  is  my  Beloved,  his  form  is  divine, 

His  vestments  shed  odors  around ; 
The  locks  on  his  head  are  as  grapes  on  the  vine, 
When  autumn  with  plenty  is  crown'd. 

G  His  lips  as  a  fountain  of  right'ousness  flow, 
That  waters  the  garden  of  grace : 
From  which,  their  salvation  the  Gentiles  shall 
know, 
And  bask  in  the  smiles  of  his  face. 


H' 


7  Such  is  my  Beloved,  in  excellence  bright, 
When  pleas'd  he  looks  down  from  above — 
Like  th'  morn,  when  he  breathes  from  the  cham- 
bers of  light — 
And  comforts  his  people  with  love. 

004  Lovest  Thou  Me?  M.  7s. 

\rk,  my  soul,  it  is  the  Lord: 
'Tis  thy  Saviour,  hear  his  word ; 
Jesus  speaks,  and  speaks  to  thee  ; 
"  Say,  young  convert,  lov'st  thou  me  ? 

I  deliver'd  thee,  when  bound, 
And,  when  wounded,  heal'd  thy  wound  ; 
Sought  thee  wandering,  set  thee  right, 
Turn'd  thy  darkness  into  light. 

Can  a  woman's  tender  care 
Cease  towards  the  child  she  bare  ? 
Yes,  she  may  forgetful  be, 
Yet  will  I  remember  thee. 

Mine  is  an  uncharging  lore, 
Higher  than  the  heights  above, 
Deeper  than  the  depths  beneath, 

Free  and  faithful,  strong  as  death. 


:a2G2 


C0NVER1  3. 


5  Thou  shalt  see  my  glory  soon, 
When  tli*'  work  or  grace  is  done; 
Partner  of  my  throne  shall  be, 

Bay,  young  convert,  lov'st  thou  mc  V 

(>  Lord,  it  is  my  chief  complaint, 

That  my  love  is  weak  and  faint; 

Yet  I  love  thee,  and  adore ; 
0,  fur  grace  t.»  love  thee  more ! 

t)O0        The  Convert's  ir<<i>i>!/  Day.  L.  M. 

OHAPPT  day,  that  stays  my  choice 
On  thee,  my  Saviour  and  my  God! 
Well  may  this  glowing  heart  rejoice, 
And  tell  thy  goodness  all  abroad. 

2  0  happy  bond,  that  seals  my  vows 

To  him  who  merits  all  my  love; 

Let  cheerful  anthems  fill  bis  !:• 
While  to  his  sacred  throne  I  move. 

?>  'Tis  done,  the  great  transaction's  dune; 
Deign,  gracious  Lord,  to  make  me  thine; 
Help  me,  through  grace,  to  follow  on, 

(«lad  to  confess  thy  voiee  di\  ine. 

4  Here  resi  my  oft-divided  heart, 

Pix'd  on  thy  God,  thy  Saviour.  I 

Who  with  tin;  world  would  grieve  to  part, 

When  eall'd  on  angels'  food  to  fea-t  '.' 

5  High   heaven,  that  lieard  the  solemn  vow, 
That  vow  renewed  shall  daily  hear, 

Till  in  life's  Latest  hour  I   how, 
And  bless  in  death  a  hond  so  dear. 


386 


/  \ i  rting  w  ith  Ea  rih  l>j  Joys-. 

I   BEND  the  joys  of  earth  away; 
Away,  ye  tempter-,  of  the  mind, 

False  as  the  smooth  deceitful  sea, 

And  empty  as  the  whistling  wind. 


L.M. 


CONVERTS.  263 


:J  Your  streams  were  floating  dm  along 
I >t >wii  to  the  gulf  of  dark  despair; 
And  while  I  usten'd  to  your  soup-. 

Your  streams  had  near  con vcy'd  me  there. 

3  Lord,  I  adore  thy  matchless  grace, 
That  warn'd  me  <>f  thai  darlc  abyss; 
Thai  <lrrw  me  from  those  treach'rous  Beas, 
And  bade  me  seek  superior  bliss, 

-!  Now  to  the  shining  realms  above 
I  stretch  my  hands  and  glance  my  eyes; 
( >  for  the  pinions  <>f  a  dove, 

To  hear  me  t<>  tin4  upper  skies ! 

re,  from  the  bosom  of  my  God, 

( )ceans  oj'  endless  pleasure  roll  ; 

There  would  I  fix  my  last  abode, 

And  drown  the  sorrows  of  my  soul. 


387 


Amazing  (/race.  C.  M. 

AKAZil  I  —how  sweet  the  sound  — 

Thai  saved  a  wretch  like  me ! 

1  once  was  lost,  hut  now  am  found  : 

Was  blind,  hut  now  1  .-<■•'. 

2  'T  that  taii'.dit  my  heart  to  (ear, 

I  grace  my  fears  relieved: — 

How  jir<'<-iou<  did  that  grace  appear, 

The  hour  I  first  believed. 

3  Through  many  dangers,  toils,  and  snares 
I  have  already  come ; 

'Tie  grace  has  brought  me  safe  thus  far, 

And  grace  will  lead  me  home. 

4  The  Lord  has  promised  good  to  mo : 

His  word  my  hope 
If-'  will  my  shield  and  portion  he, 

as  lii'«'  endi 



264  CONVERTS. 


H° 


5  And  when  this  flesh  and  heart  shall  fail, 
And  mortal  life  shall  cease, 
I  shall  possess,  within  the  veil, 
A  life  of  joy  and  peace. 

J  Christ  the  Great  Physician.    P.M.  7s  &  6s 
[ow  lost  was  my  condition, 
Till  Jesus  made  me  whole  ! 
There  is  but  one  Physician 
Can  cure  a  sin-sick  soul. 
The  worst  of  all  diseases, 

Is  light,  compared  with  sin ; 
On  every  part  it  seizes, 
But  rages  most  within. 

2  From  men,  great  skill  professing, 
I  thought  a  cure  to  gain ; 

But  this  proved  more  distressing, 

And  added  to  my  pain. 
Some  said  that  nothing  ail'd  me, 

Some  gave  me  up  for  lost; 
Thus  every  refuge  fail'd  me, 

And  all  my  hopes  were  cross'd. 

3  At  length  this  great  Physician — 
How  matchless  is  his  grace  ! 

Accepted  my  petition, 

And  undertook  my  case. 
Next  door  to  death  he  found  me, 

And  snatch' d  me  from  the  grave, 
To  tell  to  all  around  me, 

His  wond'rous  pow'r  to  save. 

4  A  dying,  risen  Jesus, 
Seen  by  the  eye  of  faith, 

At  once  from  danger  frees  us, 
And  saves  the  soul  from  death. 

Come,  then,  to  this  Physician, 
His  help  he'll  freely  give ; 

He  makes  no  hard  condition, 
'Tis  only — look — and  live. 


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CONVERTS.  265 

OOv     Q>,.  \'i 'i  tned  of  the  Gospel.    CM. 

I'm  not  ashamed  to  own  my  Lord, 
Nor  to  defend  his  cause  ; 
Maintain  the  honor  of  his  word, 
The  glory  of  his  cross. 

2  Jesus,  my  God ! — I  know  his  name  ; 

His  name  is  all  my  trust ; 
Nor  will  he  put  my  soul  to  shame, 
Nor  let  my  hope  be  lost. 

3  Firm  as  his  throne,  his  promise  stands  ; 

And  he  can  well  secure 
What  I've  committed  to  his  hands, 
Till  the  decisive  hour. 

4  Then  will  he  own  my  worthless  name, 

Before  his  Father's  face, 
And  in  the  Xew  Jerusalem 
Appoint  my  soul  a  place. 

Christ  our  Hiding-place.  L.  M. 

ail,  sovereign  love,  that  first  began, 
The  scheme  to  rescue  fallen  man ! 
Hail,  matchless,  free,  eternal  grace, 
That  gave  my  soul  a  hiding-place! 

2  Against  the  God  that  built  the  sky. 
I  fought  with  hands  uplifted  high; 
Despised  the  offers  of  his  grace, 
Too  proud  to  seek  a  hiding-place. 

3  But  lo!  th'  eternal  council  ran, 
Almighty  love,  arrest  the  man  ! 
I  felt  the  arrows  of  distr< 
And  found  I  had  no  hiding-place. 

4  Vindictive  justice  stood  in  view, 
To  Sinai'-  Aery  mount  I  flew ; 
But  justice  cried  with  frowning  face, 

This  mountain  is  no  hiding-pla 
W 


H' 


Q 


391 


5  When  lo  !  a  heavenly  voice  I  heard, 
And  mercy's  angel  soon  appeared; 
He  led  me  on  a  pleasing  pace, 

To  Jesus  Christ,  my  hiding-place. 

6  A  few  more  rolling  suns,  at  most, 
Shall  land  me  on  fair  Canaan's  coast, 
Where  I  shall  sing  the  song  of  grace, 
And  see  my  glorious  hiding-place. 


God  the  Convert's  Portion.  CM. 

God,  my  supporter  and  my  hope, 
My  help  forever  near, 
Thine  arm  of  mercy  held  me  up, 
When  sinking  in  despair. 

2  Thy  counsels,  Lord,  shall  guide  my  feet 

Through  this  dark  wilderness ; 
Thine  hand  conduct  me  near  thy  seat, 
To  dwell  before  thy  face. 

3  Were  I  in  heaven  without  my  God, 

'T  would  be  no  joy  to  me ; 
And  whilst  this  earth  is  my  abode, 
I  long  for  none  but  thee. 

4  What  if  the  springs  of  life  were  broke, 

And  flesh  and  heart  should  faint; 
God  is  my  soul's  eternal  rock, 
The  strength  of  every  saint. 

5  Then  prayer  and  praise  to  thee,  my  God, 

Shall  be  my  sweet  employ ; 
My  tongue  shall  sound  thy  works  abroad, 
And  tell  the  world  my  joy. 

'**  Subdued  by  the  Cross.  C.  M. 

In  evil  long  I  took  delight, 
Unawed  by  shame  or  fear, 
Till  a  new  object  struck  my  sight, 
And  stopped  my  wild  career. 


8  CONVERTS.  267  &1 


2  I  saw  One  hanging  on  a  tree, 

In  agonies  and  blood ; 
He  fix'd  his  languid  eyes  on  me, 
As  near  his  cross  I  stood. 

3  0  !  never  till  mv  latest  breath, 

Shall  I  forget  that  look  ! 
It  seem' d  to  charge  me  with  his  death, 
Though  not  a  word  he  spoke. 

4  My  conscience  felt  and  own'd  the  guilt, 

It  plunged  me  in  despair  ; 
I  saw,  my  sins  his  blood  had  spilt, 
And  help'd  to  nail  him  there. 

5  A  second  look  he  gave,  which  said 

"I  freely  all  forgive; 
This  blood  is  for  thy  ransom  paid : 
I  die  that  thou  mayst  live." 

6  With  pleasing  grief  and  mournful  joy, 

My  spirit  now  is  filPd ; 
That  I  should  such  a  life  destroy, 
Yet  live  by  him  I  kill'd. 


V" 


OOO        jesus  Crucified.     P.  M.  7,6,7,6,7,8,7,0. 

r.\iN\  delusive  world,  adieu, 
With  all  of  creature  good : 
Only  Jesus  I  pursue, 

Who  bought  mo  with  his  blood: 
All  thy  pleasures  I  foi 

I  trample  on  thy  wealth  and  pride; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

Other  knowledge  I  disdain  ; 

'Tie  all  bttt  vanity: 
Christ,  th*'  Lamb  of  God,  was  slain, — 

He  tasted  death  for  me. 


.J& 


Me  to  save  from  endless  woe 
The  sin-atooing  Victim  died  : 

Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 
And  Jesus  crucified. 

3  Him  to  know  is  life  and  peace, 

And  pleasure  without  end ; 
This  is  all  my  happiness, 

On  Jesus  to  depend ; 
Daily  in  his  grace  to  grow, 

And  ever  in  his  faith  abide ; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

4  0  that  I  could  all  invite, 

This  saving  truth  to  prove ; 
Show  the  length,  the  breadth,  the  height, 

And  depth  of  Jesus'  love  ! 
Fain  I  would  to  sinners  show 

The  blood  by  faith  alone  applied; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

|  Ot74         The  Happy  Child  of  Grace.         C.  M. 
Tow  nappy's  every  child  of  grace 
Who  feels  his  sins  forgiven ! 
"  This  world/'  he  cries,  ' '  is  not  my  place ; 

I  seek  a  place  in  heaven, — 
A  country  far  from  mortal  sight; 

Yet,  0,  by  faith  I  see 
The  land  of  rest,  the  saints'  delight, 
The  heaven  prepared  for  me." 

2  0  what  a  blessed  hope  is  ours, 

While  here  on  earth  we  stay ! 
We  more  than  taste  the  heav'nly  pow'rs, 

And  antedate  that  day: 
We  feel  the  resurrection  near, 

Our  life  in  Christ  conceal'd, 
And  with  his  glorious  presence  here 

Our  earthen  vessels  filPd. 


h° 


3  0  would  he  more  of  heaven  bestow, 

And  let  this  vessel  break  ! 
And  let  my  ransomed  spirit  go 

To  grasp  the  God  I  seek ! 
In  rapturous  awe  on  him  to  gaze, 

Who  bled  and  died  for  me, 
And  shout  and  wonder  at  his  grace, 

Through  all  eternity. 

QuO  Forsaking  all  to  follow  Christ,  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Jesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken, 
All  to  leave,  and  follow  thee ; 
Naked,  poor,  despised,  forsaken, — 

Thou  from  hence  my  all  shalt  be ! 
Perish  every  fond  ambition — 

All  Fve  sought,  or  hop'd,  or  known; 
Yet  how  rich  is  my  condition — 
God  and  heav'n  are  all  my  own ! 

2  Let  the  world  despise  and  leave  me, 

They  have  left  my  Saviour  too, 
Human  looks  and  hearts  deceive  me, 

Thou  art  not  like  them,  untrue, 
And  while  thou  shalt  smile  upon  me, 

God  of  wisdom,  love  and  might, 
Foes  may  hate  and  friends  despise  me, 

Show  thy  face,  and  all  is  right. 

3  Go,  then,  earthly  fame  and  treasure; 

Come  disaster,  scorn  and  pain ; 
In  thy  service  pain  is  pleasure, 

With  thy  favor,  loss  is  again ; 
I  have  calPd  thee,  Abba,  Father ; 

I  have  set  my  heart  on  thee ; 
Storms  may  howl,  and  clouds  may  gather; 

All  must  work  for  good  to  me ! 

4  0,  'tis  not  in  grief  to  harm  me, 

While  thy  tovfl  is  left  to  me  ; 
0,  'twere  not  in  joy  t<»  charm  me, 

Were  that  joy  unmixed  with  thee. 
W* 


396 


397 


Haste  thee  on  from  grace  to  glory, 

Arm'd  by  faith  and  wing'd  by  prayer ; 

Heav'n's  eternal  day's  before  thee — 
God's  own  hand  shall  guide  thee  there. 

Confessing  Christ.  C.  M. 

Didst  thou,  dear  Jesus,  suffer  shame, 
And  bear  the  cross  for  me  ? 
And  shall  I  fear  to  own  thy  name, 
Or  thy  disciple  be? 

2  Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  dread 

To  suffer  shame  or  loss ; 
0  let  me  in  thy  footsteps  tread, 
And  glory  in  thy  cross  ! 

3  Inspire  my  soul  with  life  divine 

And  holy  courage  bold ; 
Let  knowledge,  faith  and  meekness  shine, 
Nor  love,  nor  zeal  grow  cold. 

4  Say  to  my  soul,  "  Why  dost  thou  fear 

The  face  of  feeble  clay  ? 
Behold  thy  Saviour  ever  near, 
Will  guard  thee  in  the  way." 

5  0,  how  my  soul  would  rise  and  run, 

At  this  reviving  word ! 
Nor  any  painful  sufferings  shun, 
To  follow  thee,  my  Lord. 

6  Let  sinful  men  reproach,  defame, 

And  call  me  what  they  will, 
If  I  may  glorify  thy  name, 
And  be  thy  servant  still. 


The  Loving  Kindness  of  God.       L.  M. 

Awake  my  soul,  in  joyful  lays, 
And  sing  thy  great  Redeemer's  praise ; 
He  justly  claims  a  song  from  me: — 
His  loving  kindness,  0  how  free ! 


CONVERTS.  271 


2  He  saw  me  ruined  by  the  fall, 
Yet  loved  me,  notwithstanding  all ; 
He  saved  me  from  my  lost  estate: — 
His  loving  kindness,  0  how  great  I 

3  When  trouble,  like  a  gloomy  cloud, 
Has  gathered  thick  and  thunder'd  loud, 
He  near  my  soul  has  always  stood : — 
His  loving  kindness,  0  how  good ! 

4  Soon  shall  I  pass  the  gloomy  vale  : 
Soon  all  my  mortal  powers  must  fail ; 
0,  may  my  last,  expiring  breath, 
His  loving  kindness  sing  in  death  ! 

5  Then  let  me  mount  and  soar  away 
To  the  bright  world  of  endless  day, 
And  sing,  with  rapture  and  surprise, 
His  loving  kindness,  in  the  skies. 

000  Sweet  Home.  M.  4  lis.  j 

Ax  alien  from  God,  and  a  stranger  to  grace,    j 
I  wander'd  through  earth,  its  gay  pleasures 
to  trace ; 
In  the  pathway  of  sin  I  continued  to  roam, 
Unmindful,  alas!  that  it  led  me  from  home. 
Home,  home,  sweet,  sweet  home, — 
0  Saviour,  direct  me  to  heaven,  my  hqme! 

2  The  pleasures  of  earth  I  have  seen  fade  away, 
They  bloom  for  a  season,  but  soon  they  decay ; 
But  pleasures  more  lasting  in  Jesus  are  given : 
Salvation  on  earth,  and  a  mansion  in  heaven. 
Home,  home,  dec, 

1  Allure  me  no  longer,  ye  false  glowing  charms; 
The  Saviour  invites  me.  111  go  to  his  arms ; 
At  the  banquet  of  mercy  I  hear  there  is  room  ; 
0  then  may  I  feast  with  his  children  at  home ! 

Home,  home,  dke, 

J* 


272 


CONVERTS. 


4  "Farewell,  vain  amusements,  my  follies,  adieu ; 
While  Jesus,  and  heaven,  and  glory  I  view, 
I  feast  on  the  pleasures  that  flow  from  the  throne, 
The  foretaste  of  heaven,  sweet  heaven,  my  home. 
Home,  home,  &c. 

\  5  The  days  of  my  exile  are  passing  away ; 

The  time  is  approaching  when  Jesus  will  say, 
"Well  done,  faithful  servant,  sit  down  on  my 

throne, 
And  dwell  in  my  presence,  forever  at  home." 

Home,  home,  &c. 


w    Pearl  of  Great  Price. P. M.7,6;7,6,8,8,6,6. 

The  pearl  that  worldings  covet, 
Is  not  the  pearl  for  me ; 
Its  beauty  fades  as  quickly, 

As  sunshine  on  the  sea: 
But  there's  a  pearl,  sought  by  the  wise, 
It's  called  the  pearl  of  greatest  price, 
Though  few  its  value  see, 
0  that's  the  pearl  for  me ! 

2  The  crown  that  decks  the  monarch, 

Is  not  the  crown  for  me ; 
It  dazzles  but  a  moment, 

Its  brightness  soon  will  flee : 
But  there's  a  crown  prepar'd  above, 
For  all  who  walk  in  humble  love ; 

Forever  bright 't  will  be — 

0  that's  the  crown  for  me ! 

3  The  road  that  many  travel, 

Is  not  the  road  for  me  ; 
It  leads  to  death  and  sorrow, 

And  endless  misery : 
But  there's  a  road  that  leads  to  God, 
It'smark'd  by  Christ's  most  precious  blood ; 

The  passage  here  is  free — 

0  that's  the  road  for  me ! 


F 


CONVERTS.  27o 


4  The  hope  that  sinners  cherish, 

Is  not  the  hope  for  me : 
Most  surely  will  they  perish, 

Unless  from  sin  set  free, 
But  there's  a  hope  fixed  in  the  Lord, 
It  leads  the  soul  to  keep  his  word, 

And  sinful  pleasures  flee. 

0  that's  the  hope  for  me. 

|  4UU     He  Hath  Done  All  Things  Well.     L.  M. 


tL 


\Tow  in  a  song  of  grateful  praise, 
li  To  my  dear  Lord  my  voice  I'll  raise ; 
With  all  his  saints,  I'll  join  to  tell — 
"My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well." 

2  All  worlds  his  glorious  power  confess, 
His  wisdom  all  his  works  express ; 
But  0 !  his  love,  what  tongue  can  tell  ? 
"My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well!" 

3  How  sov'reign,  wonderful  and  free, 
Has  been  his  love  to  sinful  me ! 

He  pluck'd  me  as  a  brand  from  hell — 
11  My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well." 

4  I  spurn'd  his  grace,  I  broke  his  laws, 
And  yet  he  undertook  my  cause ; 

To  save  me  though  I  did  rebel : 

"My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well." 

5  And  since  my  soul  hath  known  his  love, 
What  mercies  has  he  made  me  prove ; 
Mercies  which  do  all  praise  excel — 
"My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well." 

6  And  when  to  that  bright  world  I  rise, 
And  join  the  anthems  in  the  rid 
Above  the  rest  this  note  shall  swell, 

"My  Jesus  hath  done  all  things  well." 

18 


274  CONVERTS. 


401 


In  Life  and  Death  Ibelong  to  Christ.  L.  M. 

Let  thoughtless  thousands  choose  the  road 
That  leads  the  soul  away  from  God : 
This  happiness,  dear  Lord,  be  mine, 
To  live  and  die  entirely  thine. 

2  On  Christ,  by  faith,  my  soul  would  live, 
From  him,  my  life,  my  all  receive : 

To  him  devote  my  fleeting  hours ; 
Serve  him  alone  with  all  my  pow'rs. 

3  Christ  is  my  everlasting  all, 
To  him  I  look,  on  him  I  call ; 
He  every  want  will  well  supply, 
In  time,  and  through  eternity. 

4  Soon  will  the  Lord,  my  life,  appear  ; 
Soon  shall  I  end  my  trials  here ; 
Leave  sin  and  sorrow,  death  and  pain : 
To  live  is  Christ, — to  die  is  gain. 


402 


Pilgrim's  Story.     P.  M.  8,5,8,5,6,7,6,4. 

I  have  sought  round  this  verdant  earth, 
For  unfading  joy ; 
I  have  tried  every  source  of  mirth, 

But,  all,  all  will  cloy. 
Lord,  Lord,  bestow,  on  me 
Grace  to  set  my  spirit  free — 
Thine,  thine  the  praise  shall  be, 
Mine,  mine  the  joy. 

I  have  wandered  through  mazes  dark, 

Of  doubt  and  distress : 
I  have  not  found  a  kindling  spark, 

My  spirit  to  bless, 
Cold,  cheerless  unbelief 
FilPd  my  labVing  soul  with  grief; 
What,  what  can  give  relief? 

What  can  give  peace  ? 


CONVERTS.  275 


3  I  then  turned  to  the  gospel,  Lord, 

From  folly  away  ; 
And  I  trusted  thy  holy  word, 

That  taught  me  to  pray. 
Here,  here  I  now  find  rest, 
Here  my  weary  soul  is  blest, 
Hope,  hope  of  endless  rest, 

Eternal  day ! 

4  I  will  praise  now  my  heav'nly  King, 

I'll  praise  and  adore; 
And  the  heart's  richest  tribute  bring, 

To  thee,  God  of  power ; 
And  then  in  heaven  above, 
Saved  by  thy  redeeming  love, 
Loudly  the  strains  shall  move, 

For  evermore. 


403 


On  my  Way  to  Heaven.     P.  M.  10s  &  lis. 

Otell  me  no  more  of  this  world's  vain  store: 
The  time  for  such  trifles  with  me  now  is  o'er ; 
A  country  I've  found,  where  true  joys  abound: 
To  dwell  I'm  determined  on  that  happy  ground. 

2  The  souls  that  believe,  in  paradise  live  : 
And  me  in  that  number  will  Jesus  receive. 
My  soul  don't  delay-*-he  calls  thee  awn y : 
Rise,  follow  thy  Saviour,  and  bless  tl. 

3  Xo  mortal  doth  know  what  he  can  bestow, 
What  light,  aid  and  comfort — go  after  him,  go. 
Lo,  onward  I  move,  to  a  city  above; 

None  guesses  how  wondrous  my  journey  will 
prove. 

•  ipoilfl  T  shall  win  from  death,  hall  and  sin : 
'Midst  outward  afflioi  Christ  within; 

And  when  I'm  to  di  •.  v  I'll  cry  ; 

For  Jesne  1  me — I  eaanot  toll  why 


CONVERTS. 


!  5  But  this  I  do  find,  we  two  are  so  join'd, 
He'll  not  live  in  glory,  and  leave  me  behind. 
So  this  is  the  race  I'm  running,  through  grace, 
Henceforth,  till  admitted  to  see  my  Lord's  face. 


404 


The  Young  Convert.        M.  7s  &  C 

The  glorious  light  of  Zion 
Is  spreading  far  and  wide, 
And  sinners  they  are  flocking 

Into  the  gospel  tide. 
The  standard  of  King  Jesus 

In  glorious  triumph  rise ! 
While  sinners  crowd  around  him, 

With  joy  and  sweet  surprise. 
The  sufferings  of  our  Saviour 

Upon  Mount  Calvary, 
Are  sounding  sweet  to  sinners — 

Come,  these  will  set  you  free. 
And  while  this  glorious  message 

Is  circulating  round, 
Some  souls  exposed  to  ruin, 

Redeeming  grace  have  found. 
And  of  that  happy  number 

I  trust  that  I  am  one  ; 
And  Jesus  he  will  finish 

The  work  he  has  begun ; 
He'll  cut  it  short- in  right'ousness, 

And  I'll  forever  be 
A  monument  of  mercy, 

To  all  eternity. 
0,  sinner,  think  what  Jesus 

Has  done  for  you  and  me ! 
Behold,  his  mangled  body 

Hangs  bleeding  on  the  tree ! 
His  painful  head,  his  hands  and  side, 

He  doth  for  you  display ! 
0,  tell  me,  guilty  sinner, 

How  can  you  stay  away? 


CONVERTS. 


2lA 


405 


Come,  all  ye  elder  brethren, 

Who're  soldiers  of  thecros- — 
Who,  for  the  Bake  of  Jesus, 

Have  counted  all  tilings  dross; 
Come,  pray  for  us  young  converts, 

That  we  may  travel  on, 
And  meet  you  all  in  glory, 

Where  our  Redeemer's  gone. 


Mercys  Free.         P.M.  0,0,0,0,8,8,8,0. 

By  faith  I  view  my  Saviour  dying, 
On  the  tree,  on  the  tree ; 
To  every  nation  he  is  crying, 

Look  to  me,  look  to  me : 
He  bids  the  guilty  now  draw  near, 
Repent,  believe,  dismiss  their  fear — 
Hark  !  hark  !  what  precious  words  I  hear, 

Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free. 
Did  Christ,  when  I  was  sin  pursuing, 

Pity  me,  pity  me? 
And  did  he  snatch  my  soul  from  ruin  ? 

Can  it  be,  can  it  be  ? 
O,  yes  !  he  did  salvation  bring — 
He  is  my  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King — 
And  now  my  happy  soul  can  sing, 

Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free. 
This  precious  truth,  ye  sinners  hear  it. 

Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free — 
Ye  ministers  of  God  declare  it, 

Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free  ; — 
Visit  the  sinner's  dark  abode. 
Proclaim  to  all  the  love  of  l 
And  spread  the  glorious  news  abroad. 

Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free. 

t  as  I  live,  I'll  still  be  crying, 
MLer  mercy's  free — 

And  this  shall  be  my  theme  when  dying, 
Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free; 

3 lL_ ■L-JJWJW, Bj 


!  278  RELIGION.  ° 

And  when  the  vale  of  death  I've  pass'd, 
When  lodg'd  above  the  stormy  blast, 
I'll  sing  while  endless  ages  last, 
Mercy's  free,  mercy's  free. 


EELIOION. 

xUU       Power  and  Benefits  of  Religion.     C.  M. 
"Oeligion  is  the  balm  of  life, — 
At  Its  healing  virtues  feel : 
It  calms  the  soul,  and  quells  all  strife ; 
It  melts  the  heart  of  steel. 

2  Religion  can  the  leper  cure, 
It  gives  the  blind  his  sight ; 

The  lame  it  makes  to  walk  secure, 
And  darkness  turns  to  light. 

3  Religion  makes  the  dumb  to  speak, 
The  deaf  may  hear  its  voice  ; 

The  man  his  withered  hand  may  reach, 
The  broken  heart  rejoice. 

4  Religion  breaks  the  bonds  of  death, 
It  bids  the  sleeper  rise  ; 

It  gives  the  palsied  sinner  health, 
And  all  his  wants  supplies. 

5  Religion  will  the  passions  chide, 
The  stubborn  will  control : 

It  calms  our  fears,  expels  our  pride, 
And  sanctifies  the  soul. 

6  Religion  will  through  life  sustain ; 

And  after  death  has  given 
Its  ling'ring  gasp  and  latest  pang, 
Will  take  us  home  to  heaven. 

b  I 


RELIGION.  279  " 


407 


Supreme  Importance  of  Religion.    C.  M. 

Religion"  is  the  chief  concern 
Of  mortals  here  below ; 
May  I  its  great  importance  learn, 
Its  sovereign  virtue  know  ! 

2  More  needful  this,  than  glitt'ring  wealth. 

Or  aught  the  world  bestows ; 
X<  >r  reputation,  food  or  health, 
Can  give  us  such  repose. 

3  Religion  should  our  thoughts  engage, 

Amidst  our  youthful  bloom ; 
'Twill  fit  us  for  declining  age, 
And  for  the  awful  tomb. 

4  0  may  my  heart,  by  grace  renewed, 

Be  my  Redeemer's  throne ; 
And  be  my  stubborn  will  subdu'd, 
His  government  to  own. 

5  Let  deep  repentance,  faith  and  love, 

Be  join'd  with  godly  fear; 
And  all  my  conversation  prove 
My  heart  to  be  sincere. 

rtUO  Preciousness  of  Bel if/ion.  CM. 

Thee  will  we  praise, eternal  King, 
Thou  God  oi  godfl  supreme  ; 
And  while  with  holy  awe  W6  sing, 
Religion  be  our  theme. 

2  Religion,  soul  reyiving  sound! 

It  makes  the  heart  rejoi< 
Where  shall  the  happy  man  be  found. 
Who  makes  it  all  his  choi 

3  Religion  is  the  Lr;-«';it«-t  Lr"«>d, 

When  pure  and  undenTd; 

By  it  poor  sinners  are  to  ( tod 
Subdued  and  reooncil'd. 


'280 


RELIGION. 


4  Religion!  0,  the  heav'nly  pow'r, 
When  in  the  heart  it  reigns ! 

The  living  and  the  dying  hour 
It  comforts  and  sustains. 

5  Religion  smoothes  life's  rugged  way. 

And  makes  the  bitter  sweet ; 
And  will  in  heav'n's  eternal  day 
Be  glorious  and  complete. 

*\Jd         Religion's  Paths  are  Peace. 

0  happy  is  the  man  who  hears 
Instruction's  warning  voice ! 
And  who  celestial  wisdom  makes 
His  early,  only  choice. 

2  For  she  has  treasure  greater  far 

Than  east  or  west  unfold, 

And  her  reward  is  more  secure 

Than  all  the  gain  of  gold. 

3  In  her  right  hand  she  holds  to  view 

A  length  of  happy  years ; 
And  in  her  left  the  prize  of  fame 
And  honor  bright  appears. 

4  She  guides  our  youth  with  innocence 

In  pleasure's  path  to  tread ; 
A  crown  of  glory  she  bestows 
Upon  the  hoary  head. 

5  According  as  her  labors  rise, 

So  her  rewards  increase ; 
Her  ways  are  ways  of  pleasantness, 
And  all  her  paths  are  peace. 


C.  M. 


410 


The  Pearl  of  Great  Price.  C.  M. 

Ye  glittering  toys  of  earth,  adieu ; 
A  nobler  choice  be  mine : 
A  real  prize  attracts  my  view — 
A  treasure  all  divine. 


RELIGION. 


2  Begone,  unworthy  of  my  cares, 

Ye  flattering  baits  of  sense  \ 

Inestimable  worth  appears, 

The  pearl  of  price  immense. 

3  Should  earth's  vain  treasures  all  depart, 

Of  this  dear  gift  possess'd, 
I'd  clasp  it  to  my  joyful  heart, 
And  be  forever  blest. 

4  Dear  Sovereign  of  my  soul's  desires, 

Thy  love  is  bliss  divine ; 
Accept  the  praise  thy  grace  inspires, 
Since  I  can  call  thee  mine. 


411 


Buy  the  Truth  and  Sell  it  Not.      L.  M. 

The  worth  of  truth  no  tongue  can  tell, 
9 Twill  do  to  buy,  but  not  to  sell ; 
A  large  estate  that  soul  has  got, 
Who  buys  the  truth  and  sells  it  not. 

2  Truth,  like  a  diamond,  shines  most  fair, 
More  rich  than  pearls  and  rubies  are, 
More  worth  than  gold  and  silver  coin : 
0  may  it  ever  in  us  shine. 

3  ;Tis  truth  that  binds,  and  truth  makes  free, 
And  sets  the  soul  at  liberty 

From  sin  and  Satan's  heavy  chain. 
And  then  within  the  heart  doth  reign. 

4  They  have  a  freedom  then  indeed, 

That  doth  all  freedom  else  exceed  : 
Freedom  from  guilt,  freedom  from  v. 
And  never  more  shall  bondage  know. 

5  0  happy  they,  who  in  their  youth 

Are  Drought  to  know  and  love  the  truth! 
For  Done  but  th08e  whom  truth  makes  :'. 

Can  e'er  enjoy  their  liberty. 

X 


^282  RELIGION. 


6  Truth,  like  a  girdle  let  us  wear, 
And  always  keep  it  clean  and  fair ; 
And  never  let  it  once  be  told, 
That  truth  by  us  was  ever  sold. 


412 


413 


The  One  Thing  Needful.  L.  M. 

One  thing  is  needful,  one  alone ; 
If  this  be  our's,  all  is  our  own: 
;Tis  needful  now,  'twill  needful  be 
In  death  and  through  eternity. 

2  Without  it  we  are  all  undone, 
Though  we  may  call  the  world  our  own ; 
Not  all  the  joys  of  time  and  sense 

Can  countervail  the  loss  immense. 

3  Great  God !  that  powerful  grace  of  thine, 
Which  rous'd  a  soul  so  dead  as  mine, 
Can  rouse  these  thoughtless  sinners  too, 
The  one  thing  needful  to  pursue. 


2 


The  Value  of  Religion.  L.  M. 

Happy  the  man  that  finds  the  grace, 
The  blessing  of  God's  chosen  race ; 
The  wisdom  coming  from  above, 
The  faith  that  sweetly  works  by  love. 

Happy  beyond  description  he, 
Who  knows  the  Saviour  died  for  me  ; 
The  gift  unspeakable  obtains, 
And  heavenly  understanding  gains. 

3  Wisdom  divine !  who  tells  the  price 
Of  wisdom's  costly  merchandize  ? 
Wisdom  to  silver  we  prefer, 

And  gold  is  dross  compared  to  her. 

4  Her  hands  are  filled  with  length  of  days, 
True  riches  and  immortal  praise : 
Riches  of  Christ  on  all  bestow'd, 

And  honor  that  descends  from  God. 


THE   CHURCH    OF   GOD. 


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5  To  purest  joys  she  all  in- 
Chaste,  holy,  spiritual  delights; 

Her  ways  are  ways  of  plea^m 
And  all  her  flow'ry  paths  are  peace. 

6  Happy  the  man  who  wisdom  gains ; 
Thrice  happy  who  his  guest  retains: 
He  owns,  and  shall  forever  own. 
Wisdom,  and  Christ,  fur  they  are  one. 


414 


THE  CHURCH  OF  GOD. 

Attachment  to  the  Church.  8.  M. 

I  love  thy  kingdom,  Lord, 
The  house  of  thine  abode, 
The  Church  our  blest  Redeemer  saved 
AVith  his  own  precious  blood. 

I  love  thy  Church,  0  God; 
Her  hosts  before  thee  stand 
Dear  as  the  apple  of  thine  eye, 
And  graven  on  thy  hand. 

For  her  my  tears  shall  fall. 
For  her  my  prayers  ascend ; 
To  her  my  cares  and  toils  be  given, 
Till  toils  and  cares  shall  end. 

Beyond  my  highest  joy 
I  prize  her  heavenly  w;r 
Her  sweet  communion,  solemn  \ 
Her  hymns  of  love  and  praise. 

Jesus,  thou  Friend  divin»\ 
Our  Saviour  and  our  King, 
Thj  hand,  from  every  snare  and  foe. 

Shall  great  deliverance  bring. 


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THE   CHURCH   OF   GOD. 


Sure  as  thy  truth  shall  last, 
To  Zion  shall  be  given 
The  brightest  glories  earth  can  yield, 
And  brighter  bliss  of  heaven. 


415 


Put  on  thy  Beautiful  Garments. 

Awake,  Jerusalem,  awake! 
No  longer  in  thy  sins  lie  down ; 
The  garment  of  salvation  take ; 
Thy  beauty  and  thy  strength  put  on  ! 

2  Shake  off  the  dust  that  blinds  thy  sight, 
And  hides  the  promise  from  thine  eyes : 
Arise,  and  struggle  into  light ; 

The  great  Deliv'rer  calls — arise ! 

3  Shake  off  the  bands  of  sad  despair; 
Zion,  assert  thy  liberty ; 

Look  up,  thy  broken  heart  prepare, 
And  God  shall  set  the  captive  free. 

4  Vessels  of  mercy,  sons  of  grace, 
Be  purged  from  every  sinful  stain ; 
Be  like  your  Lord,  his  word  embrace, 
Nor  bear  his  hallow' d  name  in  vain. 


416 


Family  of  Earth  and  Heaven.       CM. 

Come,  let  us  join  our  friends  above, 
Who  have  obtained  the  prize, 
And  on  the  eagle  wings  of  love 
To  joy  celestial  rise. 

2  Let  saints  below  in  concert  sing 

With  those  to  glory  gone ; 
For  all  the  servants  of  our  King 
In  heaven  and  earth  are  one. 

3  One  family,  we  dwell  in  him ; 

One  Church  above,  beneath ; 
Though  now  divided  by  the  stream — 
The  narrow  stream  of  death. 


THE   (III  IK  H    OF   GOD.  285 

4  One  army  of  the  living  God, 
To  his  command  we  bow; 

Part  of  the  host  have  ero»\l  the  flood, 
And  part  are  passing  now. 

5  How  many  to  their  endless  home, 
This  solemn  moment  fly; 

And  we  are  to  the  margin  come, 
And  soon  expect  to  die. 

G  Dear  Saviour,  be  our  constant  guide; 
Then  when  the  word  is  given, 
Bid  Jordan's  narrow  stream  divide, 
And  land  us  safe  in  heaven. 


417 


Safety  of  the  Church.  S.  M. 

How  honored  is  the  place 
Where  we  adoring  standi 
Zion,  the  glory  of  the  earth, 
And  beauty  of  the  land. 

Bulwarks  of  grace  defend 
The  city  where  we  dwell, 
While  walls,  of  strong  salvation  made, 
Defy  th'  assaults  of  hell. 

Lift  up  th'  eternal  gates; 
The  doors  wide  open  fling: 
Enter,  ye  nation!  that  obey 
The  statutes  of  your  King. 

Here  taste  unmingled  joys, 
And  live  in  perfect  peace, 
You  that  have  known  Jehovah's  nam 
And  ventured  on  his  grace. 

Tru<t  in  the  Lord,  ye  taints, 
A  ad  banish  all  yoar  feart ; 

Strength  in  the  Lord  Jehovah  dwell-, 


P  286  THE   CHURCH   OF   GOD. 


418 


Church  Founded  on  the  Rock.        C.  M. 

With  stately  tow'rs  and  bulwarks  strong, 
UnrivalPd  and  alone, — 
Loved  theme  oft  for  the  sacred  song, — 
God's  holy  city  shone. 

2  Thus  fair  was  Zion's  chosen  seat, 

The  glory  of  all  lands ; 
Yet  fairer,  and  in  strength  complete, 
The  Christian  temple  stands. 

3  The  faithful  of  each  clime  and  age 

This  glorious  Church  compose ; 
Built  on  the  Rock — with  idle  rage 
The  threatening  tempest  blows. 

4  Fear  not:  though  hostile  bands  alarm, 

Thy  God  is  thy  defence ; 
And  weak  and  powerless  every  arm 
Against  Omnipotence. 


419 


Sinai  and  Zion.  CM. 

"VTot  to  the  terrors  of  the  Lord, 
x\  The  tempest,  fire,  and  smoke ; 
Not  to  the  thunder  of  that  word 
Which  God  on  Sinai  spoke  ; 

2  But  we  are  come  to  Zion's  hill, 

The  city  of  our  God, 
Where  milder  words  declare  his  will, 
And  spread  his  love  abroad. 

3  Behold  th7  innumerable  host 

Of  angels  clothed  in  light ! 
Behold  the  spirits  of  the  just, 
Whose  faith  is  turned  to  sight ! 

4  Behold  the  bless'd  assembly  there, 

Whose  names  are  writ  in  heaven ; 
And  God,  the  Judge  of  all,  declares 
Their  vilest  sins  forgiven. 


THE   CHUUCH    OF   GOD. 


5  The  saintfl  on  earth,  and  all  the  dead, 
But  one  communion  make  ; 

All  join  in  Christ,  their  living  head, 
And  of  his  grace  partake. 

G  In  such  s  this 

My  weary  Bonl  would  rest: 
The  man  that  dwells  where  Jesus  is, 
Must  be  forever  blest. 


420 


Future  Glory  of  the  Church.    M.  6  lines  7s. 

Ox  thy  Church,  0  Power  divine, 
Cause  thy  glorious  face  to  shine; 
Till  the  nations  from  afar 
Hail  her  as  their  guiding  star ; 
Till  her  sons,  from  zone  to  zone, 
Make  thy  great  salvation  known. 

2  Then  shall  God,  with  lavish  hand, 
Scatter  blessings  o'er  the  land ; 
Earth  shall  yield  her  rich  increase, 
Every  breeze  shall  whisper  peace, 
And  the  world's  remotest  bound 
With  the  voice  of  praise  resound. 


421 


The  Ark  a  Type  of  the  Church.       S.  M. 

Like  Noah's  weary  dove, 
That  soar'd  the  earth  around, 
But  not  a  resting-place  above 
The  cheerless  waters  found, — 

0  cease,  my  wand'ring  soul, 
On  restless  win^r  to  roam  ; 
All  the  wide  world  to  either  pole 
Hat  not  for  thee  a  home. 

Behold  the  Ark  of  <: 
•Id  the  open  door; 

_ ; i i t i  that  dear  abode, 
And  rove,  my  soul,  no  m<Te. 


'  288  THE   CHURCH    OF   GOD. 

4  There  safe  thou  shalt  abide, 
There  sweet  shall  be  thy  rest, 

Thy  soul  shall  there  be  satisfied, 
With  full  salvation  blest. 

5  And  when  the  waves  of  ire, 
Again  the  earth  shall  fill, 

The  ark  shall  ride  the  sea  of  fire, 
Then  rest  on  Zion's  hill. 


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i 


Zion's  Strength  and  Security.  M.  8s&7s. 

H  lorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken, 
I  U  Zion,  city  of  our  God ! 

He  whose  word  cannot  be  broken, 
Form'd  thee  for  his  own  abode : 
On  the  Rock  of  ages  founded, 
>  Who  can  shake  thy  sure  repose? 

With  salvation's  walls  surrounded, 
Thou  mayst  smile  at  all  thy  foes. 

2  See — the  streams  of  living  waters, 
Springing  from  eternal  love, 

Well  supply  thy  sons  and  daughters. 

And  all  fear  of  want  remove : 
Who  can  faint  while  such  a  river 

Ever  flows  their  thirst  t'  assuage  ? 
Grace  which,  like  the  Lord,  the  giver. 

Never  fails  from  age  to  age. 

3  Round  each  habitation  hov'ring, 
See  the  cloud  and  fire  appear, 

For  a  glory  and  a  cov'ring, 

Showing  that  the  Lord  is  near. 

Thus  deriving  from  their  banner, 
Light  by  night  and  shade  by  day ; 

Safe  they  feed  upon  the  manna 
Which  he  gives  them  when  they  pray. 

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THE   CHURCH    OF   GOD.  289  ' 

42t)  Church  of  our  God.  L.  M. 

Ziox.  awake!  thy  strength  renew, 
Put  on  thy  robes  of  beaut'ous  hue; 
Church  of  our  God,  arise  and  shine, 
Bright  with  the  beams  of  truth  divine ! 

2  Soon  shall  thy  radiance  stream  afar, 
Wide  as  the  heathen  nations  are; 
Gentiles  and  kings  thy  light  shall  view : 
All  shall  admire,  and  love  thee,  too. 

3  Then  shall  thy  name  Hepzibah  be — 
Jehovah  shall  delight  in  thee  ; 
Bculah  thy  land  we  then  shall  call, 
And  Abraham's  God  be  all  in  all. 


424 


Zion's  Refuge.  S.  M. 

Great  is  the  Lord  our  God, 
And  let  his  praise  be  great ; 
He  makes  his  churches  his  abode, 
His  most  delightful  seat. 

In  Zion,  God  is  known, 
A  refuge  in  distress : 
How  bright  has  his  salvation  shone, 
Through  all  her  palaces. 

"When  kings  against  her  join'd. 
And  saw  the  Lord  was  there, 
In  wild  confusion  of  the  mind. 
They  fled  with  hasty  fear. 

Oft  have  our  fathers  told, 
Our  eyes  have  often  seen, 
How  well  our  God  secures  the  fold 
Where  his  own  sheep  1m 

In  every  new  di>tr- 
We'll  to  his  house  repair; 
We'll  call  to  mind  his  wondron 

And  seek  dehVrance  there. 

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\    290  THE   CEURCH   OF   GOD. 

\  4^0  The  Latter  Day  Glory.  C.  M. 

Behold,  the  mountain  of  the  Lord, 
In  latter  days,  shall  rise 
Above  the  mountains  and  the  hills, 
And  draw  the  wond'ring  eyes. 

2  To  this  the  joyful  nations  round, 
All  tribes  and  tongues  shall  flow  ; 

"Up  to  the  hill  of  God/'  they  say, 
"  And  to  his  courts  we'll  go." 

3  The  beams  that  shine  on  Zion's  Hill, 
Shall  lighten  every  land ; 

The  King  who  reigns  in  Zion's  tow'rs, 
Shall  all  the  world  command. 

4  No  strife  shall  vex  Messiah's  reign, 

Or  mar  the  peaceful  years  ; 
j        To  ploughshares  men  shall  beat  their  swords, 
To  pruning  hooks  their  spears. 

5  Come  then — 0  come  from  every  land, 

To  worship  at  his  shrine : 
And  walking  in  the  light  of  God, 
With  holy  beauties  shine. 

4^0     God  the  Defence  of  Zion.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Zion  stands  with  hills  surrounded — 
Zion,  kept  by  pow'r  divine : 
All  her  foes  shall  be  confounded, 
Though  the  world  in  arms  combine ; 
Happy  Zion, 
What  a  favor'd  lot  is  thine ! 

2  Every  human  tie  may  perish, 

Friend  to  friend  unfaithful  prove ; 
Mothers  cease  their  own  to  cherish, 
Heav'n  and  earth  at  last  remove ; 
But  no  changes 
Can  attend  Jehovah's  love. 

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JOINING   THE   CHURCH. 


3  In  the  furnace  God  may  prove  thee, 

Thence  to  bring  thee  forth  more  bright, 

But  ran  never  cease  to  love  thee; 
Thou  art  precious  in  his  sight: 

God  is  with  thee — 
God,  thine  everlasting  light. 


JOINING  THE  CHURCH. 


427 


"  The  Brethren  Received  us  Gladly."  L.M. 

Welcome,  ye  well  helov'd  of  God, 
Ye  heirs  of  grace,  redeemed  by  blood ; 
Welcome,  with  us  your  hands  to  join, 
As  partners  of  our  lot  divine. 

2  With  us  the  pilgrim's  state  embrace — 
We're  traveling  to  a  blissful  place; 
The  Holy  Ghost,  who  knows  the  way, 
Conduct  you  on  from  da}-  to  day. 

3  Take  up  your  cross,  and  bear  it  on, 
It  shall  be  light,  and  soon  be  gone; 

shall  ye  sit  with  Jesus  down, 
And  wear  an  everlasting  crown. 


EeceirliKj  Members,  C.  M. 

Come  in,  ye  blessed  of  the  Lord, 
0  come  in  Jesus'  name  ; 
We  welcome  you  with  one  accord, 
In  Christ  we're  all  the  same. 

2  In  weal  or  wop,  in  joy  or 
Thy  portion  shall  be  on 
Christians  their  mutual  burdens  bear; 

They  lend  their  mutual  puw'rs. 


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292  JOINING   THE   CHURCH. 

3  Come  with  us  ;  we  will  do  thee  good, 

As  God  to  us  hath  done: 
Stand  but  in  him,  as  those  have  stood, 
Whose  faith  the  victory  won. 

4  And  when,  by  turns,  we  pass  away, 

As  star  by  star  grows  dim, 

May  each,  translated  into  day, 

Be  lost,  and  found  in  him. 

4*t7  Church  Fellowship.  C.  M. 

lanted  in  Christ,  the  living  Vine, 
This  day,  with  one  accord, 
Ourselves,  with  humble  faith  and  joy, 
We  join  thy  Church, 0  Lord. 

2  Join'd  in  one  body  may  we  be ; 

One  inward  life  partake  ; 
One  be  our  heart;  one  heav'nly  hope 
In  every  bosom  wake. 

3  In  prayer,  in  effort,  tears,  and  toils, 

One  wisdom  be  our  guide; 
Taught  by  one  Spirit  from  above, 
In  thee  may  we  abide. 

4  Around  this  feeble,  trusting  band 

Thy  sheltering  pinions  spread, 
Nor  let  the  storms  of  trial  beat 
Too  fiercely  on  our  head. 

5  Then,  when  among  the  saints  in  light 

Our  joyful  spirits  shine, 
Shall  anthems  of  immortal  praise, 
0  Lamb  of  God,  be  thine. 

40A 
On  Admitting  Church  Members.     L.  M. 
ear  friends  in  Christ,  and  well  belov'd 
To  Jesus  and  his  servants  dear, 
Enter — and  show  yourselves  approved; 
Enter — and  find  that  God  is  here. 

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JOINING   THE   CHURCH.  293     \ 


2  "Welcome  from  earth  ! — lo,  the  right  hand 
Of 'fellowship  to  you  ire  girsl 

"With  open  arms  and  hearts  we  stand, 
And  you  in  Jesus'  name  receive. 

3  And  now  may  God,  the  Father,  bless 
Your  souls  and  ours  with  christian  love ; 
That  we  his  grace  may  here  posse- 
And  glory's  crown  in  heav'n  above. 


431 


C° 


Welcome  to  Chare k-fellowsli ip.    M.  8s <fclfl. 

Iome,  ye  converts,  come  and  welcome; 
All  the  saints  are  saying,  come ; 
Joyfully  we  now  receive  you 

To  the  Church,  your  future  home; 
Come  and  welcome,  come  and  welcome ; 

In  our  hearts  there  yet  is  room. 
2  Stay  no  longer,  stay  no  longer 

From  your  blessed  Saviour's  fold ; 
Come,  dear  youth,  ye  lambs  of  Jesus, 

He  himself  has  bid  you  come ; 
With  his  people,  with  his  people, 

Join  yourselves,  and  be  at  home. 

4d2  Children  of  Zion.  P.  M.  11,11,12,11,11,11. 

Children  of  Zion,  what  harp  notes  are  stealing. 
So  soft  o'er  our  senses,  so  soothingly  sweet  ? 
'Tis  th'  music  of  angels,  their  raptures  revealing, 
That  you  have  been  bro't  to  the  Holy  One's  feet, 
Children  of  Zion  !  We  join  in  their  welcome  ; 
'Tis  sweet  to  lie  low  at  the  blessed  retreat. 

2  Children  of  Zion  !  no  longer  in  sadness, 
Refrain  from  the  feast  that  your  Saviour  hath 

giv'n  ; 
Come,taste  of  the  cupof  salvation  with  gladness, 
And  think  of  the  banquet  still  sweeter  in  heaven. 
Children  of  Zion !  our  hearts  hid  you  welcome, 
To  th'  Church  of  the ransmii'd — the  kingdom  of 
heav'n. 
Y* 


294 


JOINING   THE   CHURCH. 


3  Children  of  Zion  !  we  joyfully  hail  you, 
Who've  entered  the  sheepfold,  through  Jesus  the 

door; 
While  pilgrims  on  earth,  tho'  the  foe  may  assail 

you, 
Press  forward,  and  soon  will  the  conflict  be  o'er. 
Children  of  Zion  !  0  welcome,  thrice  welcome  ! 
We'll  meet  where  the  foe  shall  oppress  you  no 

more. 


433 


Address  to  New  Members.  S.  M. 

All  you  who  have  confess'cl 
That  Jesus  is  the  Lord, 
And  to  his  people  join'd  yourselves, 
According  to  his  word  : — 

In  Zion  you  must  dwell, 
Her  altar  ne'er  forsake ; 
Must  come  to  all  her  solemn  feasts, 
Of  all  her  joys  partake. 

She  must  employ  your  thoughts, 
And  your  unceasing  care  ; 
Her  welfare  be  your  constant  wish, 
And  her  increase  your  pray'r. 

With  humbleness  of  mind, 
Among  her  sons  rejoice  ; 
A  meek  and  quiet  spirit  is 
With  God  of  highest  price. 

Never  offend  nor  grieve 
Your  brethren  by  the  way ; 
But  shun  the  dark  abodes  of  strife, 
Like  children  of  the  day. 

In  all  your  Saviour's  ways, 
With  willing  footsteps  move ; 
Be  faithful  unto  death,  and  then 
You'll  reign  with  him  above. 


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0  CHRISTIAN    MINISTRY. 


434 


Entering  into  Church  Covenant.      CM. 

Come,  let  us  use  the  grace  divine, 
And  all  with  one  accord, 
In  a  perpetual  cov'nant  join 
Ourselves  to  Christ,  the  Lord. 

2  Give  up  ourselves,  through  Jesus'  pow'r, 

His  name  to  glorify ; 
And  promise  in  this  sacred  hour, 
For  God  to  live  and  die. 

3  The  cov'nant  we  this  moment  make 

Be  ever  kept  in  mind ! 
"We  will  no  more  our  God  forsake, 
Or  cast  his  words  behind. 

4  "We  never  will  throw  off  his  fear, 

Who  hears  our  solemn  vow ; 
And  if  thou  art  well  pleas'd  to  hear, 
Come  down  and  meet  us  now. 

5  To  each  the  cov'nant  blood  apply, 

Which  takes  our  sins  away, 
And  register  our  names  on  high, 
And  keep  us  to  that  day. 


CHRISTIAN  MINISTRY. 

Ministers  Bearers  of  Good  Tidings.    S.  M. 

How  beauteous  are  their  feet, 
Who  stand  on  Zion's  hill ! 
Who  bring  salvation  on  their  tongues, 
And  words  of  peace  reveal. 
How  charming  is  their  voice! 
How  sweet  their  tidings  are! 
"Zion,  behold  thy  Saviour  King, 
He  reigns  and  triumphs  here." 


CHRISTIAN    MINISTRY. 


How  happy  are  our  oars, 
That  hear  this  joyful  sound; 
"Which  kings  and  prophets  waited  for, 
And  sought,  but  never  found. 

How  blessed  are  our  eyes, 
That  see  this  heavenly  light! 
Prophets  and  kings  desired  it  long, 
But  died  without  the  sight. 

The  watchmen  join  their  voice, 
And  tuneful  notes  employ; 
Jerusalem  breaks  forth  in  songs, 
And  deserts  learn  the  joy. 

The  Lord  makes  bare  his  arm, 
Through  all  the  earth  abroad ; 
Let  every  nation  now  behold 
Their  Saviour  and  their  God. 


4du  The  Sower  and  the  Seed.  C.  M. 

sower  went  to  sow  his  seed, 
When  some  fell  by  the  way ; 
And  birds  came  there  to  pick  them  up, 
As  thus  they  scattered  lay. 


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2  Some  fell  upon  a  stony  soil, 

Where  they  did  quickly  shoot; 
But  died  beneath  the  scorching  sun, 
Because  they  had  no  root. 

3  And  others  fell  among  the  thorns, 

Which  choked  them  as  they  grew ; 
Xo  room  was  left  them  to  expand, 
So  they  were  fruitless,  too. 

4  But  those  which  fell  upon  good  ground, 

Soon  flourish'd,  and,  behold  ! 
Some  yielded  thirty,  some  three-score, 
And  some  an  hundred  fold. 


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T7u  Gospel  a  savor  of  Life  or  Death.  C.  M. 
hrist  and  hie  cross  are  all  our  theme: 
he  mysteries  that  wo  speak 

Are  scandal  in  the  Jews'  esteem, 
Ami  folly  to  the  Greek. 

But  souls  enHghten'd  from  aba 

With  joy  receive  the  Avon!  ; 

They  see  what  wisdom,  pow'r  and  Love 
Shine  in  their  dying  Lord. 

The  vital  savor  of  his  name 
Restores  their  fainting  breath; 

But  unbelief  perverts  the  same 
To  guilt,  despair,  and  death. 

•1  Till  God  diffuse  his  graces  down. 
Like  show'rs  of  heavenly  rain, 
In  vain  A  polios  sows  the  ground) 
And  Paul  may  plant  in  vain. 

4oO  Watching  for  Sotds.  <\  M. 

Let  Zian'a  watchmen  all  awake. 
And  take  tlf  alarm  they  give  : 
Now  let  them  from  the  month  of  God 

Their  awful  charge  receive. 

2  'Tis  not  a  cause  of  small  import 

'idie  pastor's  care  demands, 

But  what  might  iill  an  ang(  T>  in-art, 
And  till'd  a  Saviour's  hands. 

3  They  watch  for  souls,  for  which  the  Lord 

Did  heav*nly  Mis^  forego, — 
For  souls  which  musi  forever  live, 
In  rapture  or  in  \\«»e. 

4  May  they  that  Jesus,  whom  they  pros 

Tln-ir  own  Redeemer,  m 

And  watch  thou  daily  o'er  their  BOUls, 
That  they  may  watch  fur  tlc-e. 


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jtOO         Minister's  Appeal  to  Christ.         C.  M. 

Do  I  not  love  thee,  0  my  Lord? 
Behold  my  heart,  and  see ; 
And  turn  each  cursed  idol  out, 
That  dares  to  rival  thee. 

2  Do  I  not  love  thee  from  my  soul  ? 
Then  let  me  nothing  love  ; 

Dead  be  my  heart  to  every,  joy, 
When  Jesus  cannot  move. 

3  Is  not  thy  name  melodious  still 
To  mine  attentive  ear  ? 

Doth  not  each  pulse  with  pleasure  bound, 
My  Saviour's  voice  to  hear  ? 

4  Hast  thou  a  lamb  in  all  thy  flock 
I  would  disdain  to  feed  ? 

Hast  thou  a  foe  before  whose  face 
I  fear  thy  cause  to  plead? 

5  Thou  know'st  I  love  thee,  dearest  Lord: 
But,  0,  I  long  to  soar 

Far  from  the  sphere  of  mortal  joys, 
And  learn  to  love  thee  more. 


440 


Faith  in  the  Seed  of  Truth.  S.  M. 

Sow  in  the  morn  thy  seed ; 
At  eve  hold  not  thy  hand : 
To  doubt  and  fear  give  thou  no  heed ; 
Broad-cast  it  o'er  the  land. 

The  good,  the  fruitful  ground, 
Expect  not  here  nor  there; 
O'er  hill  and  dale  by  plots  'tis  found — 
Go  forth,  then,  everywhere. 

Thou  know'st  not  which  may  thrive, 
The  late  or  early  sown  ; 
Grace  keeps  the  precious  germ  alive, 
When  and  wherever  strewn. 


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CIIKISITAX    MINISTRY. 
And  duly  shall  appear. 

In  verdure,  beauty,  Btrength, 

The  tender  Made,  the  stock,  the  car, 
And  the  full  corn  at  length. 

Thou  canst  not  toil  in  vain  ; 
.  heat,  and  moist,  and  dry 
Shall  foster  and  mature  the  grain, 
For  garners  in  the  sky. 


Out-door  Worship.  Mark  1G  :  15.     L.M. 
JTUvas  Jesus'  last  and  great  command, 

1    "  Go  preach  my  word  in  every  land; 
To  all  be  my  salvation  shown, 
To  every  creature  make  it  known. 

2  While  thus  employ'd,  accept  my  grace, 
Attending  you  from  place  to  place; 
Where'er  you  meet,  expect  me  there — 
In  church,  in  house,  in  open  air." 

3  Commission'd  thus,  we  come  abroad, 
To  preach  the  gospel  of  our  God; 

I  )V.-  of  God,  in  Christ,  to  tell, 
The  love  that  saves  from  sin  and  hell. 

4  Jesus,  our  Lord,  thy  word  fulfil, 

e  with  us  still : 

:  share, — 
and  hear  our  pray'r. 


Up  o,  preach  my  .  oith  the  Lord, 

U  "Bid the  whole  world  i 
shall  he  saved  who  trusts  my  word; 
He  be  condenm'd  who  don't  believe. 

2  •■  I'll  make  your  great  commission  known, 
And  ye  shall  prove  my  gospel  true, 
By  all  tie4  works  that   I  hr,  e    : 
By  all  the  woie'i  :1  do. 

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3  Teach  all  the  nations  my  commands, — 
I'm  with  you  till  the  world  shall  end ; 
All  power  is  trusted  in  my  hands, 

I  can  destroy,  and  I  defend." 

4  He  spake — and  light  shone  'round  his  head ; 
On  a  bright  cloud  to  heaven  he  rode : 
They,  to  the  farthest  nations,  spread 

The  grace  of  their  ascended  God. 


443 


A  Pastor  Welcomed.  L.  M. 

We  bid  thee  welcome  in  the  name 
Of  Jesus,  our  exalted  Head : 
Come  as  a  servant :  so  he  came ; 
And  we  receive  thee  in  his  stead. 

2  Come  as  a  shepherd :  guard  and  keep 
This  fold  from  Satan  and  from  sin ; 
Nourish  the  lambs,  and  feed  the  sheep ; 
The  wounded  heal,  the  lost  bring  in. 

3  Come  as  a  watchman :  take  thy  stand 
Upon  the  tower  on  Zion's  height ; 

And  when  the  sword  comes  on  the  land, 
Warn  us  to  fly,  or  teach  to  fight. 

4  Come  as  an  angel :  hence  to  guide 
A  band  of  pilgrims  on  their  way ; 
That,  safely  walking  at  thy  side, 
We  never  fail,  nor  faint,  nor  stray. 

5  Come  as  a  teacher :  sent  from  God, 
Charged  his  whole  counsel  to  declare ; 
Lift  o'er  our  ranks  the  prophet's  rod, 
While  we  uphold  thy  hands  with  prayer. 

6  Come  as  a  messenger  of  peace : 
Filled  with  the  Spirit,  fired  with  love ; 
Live  to  behold  our  large  increase, 
And  die  to  meet  us  all  above. 


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301 


Winning  Souls  to  Christ.  M.  7s. 

Would  you  win  a  soul  to  God? 
Tell  him  of  a  Saviour's  blood, 
Once  for  dying  sinners  spilt, 
To  atone  for  all  their  guilt. 

2  Tell  him,  how  the  streams  did  glide 
From  his  hands,  his  feet,  his  side : 
How  his  head  with  thorns  was  crowned, 
And  his  heart  in  sorrow  drowned  : — 

3  How  he  yielded  up  his  breath ; 
How  he  agonized  in  death ; 
How  he  lives  to  intercede — 
Christ,  our  Advocate  and  Head. 

4  Tell  him.  it  was  sovereign  grace 
Led  thee  first  to  seek  his  face-«- 
Made  thee  choose  the  better  part, 
Wrought  salvation  in  thy  heart. 

5  Tell  him  of  that  liberty 
Wherewith  Jesus  makes  us  free : 
Sweetly  speak  of  sins  forgiven — 
Earnest  of  the  joys  of  heaven. 


445 


The  Preacher's  Charge.     M.  8s  &  ) 

Bold  in  speech  and  bold  in  action, 
Be  forever ! — Time  will  test, 
Of  the  free-souPd  and  the  slavish. 
Which  fulfils  life's  mission  best. 

2  Be  thou  like  the  noble  ancients — 

Scorn  the  threat  that  bids  thee  fear  ; 
Speak  ! — no  matter  what  betide  thee; 
Let  them  strike,  but  make  them  hear 

3  Be  thou  liko  the  great  Apostle — 

Be  thou  like  heroic  Paul: 
If  a  true  thought  seek  expression, 

Speak  it  boldly! — speak  it  all ! 
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4  Face  thy  foes  and  thy  accusers ; 
Scorn  the  prison,  rack  or  rod ! 
And  if  thou  hast  truth  to  utter, 
Speak !  and  leave  the  rest  to  God ! 


446 


The  Fearless  Preacher. 


L.  M. 


Shall  I,  for  fear  of  feeble  man, 
The  Spirit's  course  in  me  restrain? 
Or,  undismay'd  in  deed  and  word, 
Be  a  true  witness  of  my  Lord? 

2  Aw'd  by  a  mortal's  frown,  shall  I 
Conceal  the  word  of  God  Most  High? 
How  then  before  thee  shall  I  dare 

To  stand,  or  how  thine  anger  bear? 

3  Shall  I,  to  soothe  th'  unholy  throng, 
Soften  thy  truth,  or  smooth  my  tongue, 
To  gain  earth's  gilded  toys,  or  flee 
The  cross  endur'd,  my  Lord,  by  thee  ? 

4  "What  then  is  he,  whose  scorn  I  dread? 
Whose  wrath  or  hate  makes  me  afraid? 
A  man !  an  heir  of  death !  a  slave 

To  sin !  a  bubble  on  the  wave  ! 

5  Yea,  let  men  rage ;  since  thou  wilt  spread 
Thy  shadowing  wings  around  my  head : 
Since  in  all  pain,  thy  tender  love 

Will  still  my  sure  refreshment  prove. 


447 


Ministers  Prayed  for.  L 

Father  of  mercies,  bow  thine  ear, 
Attentive  to  our  earnest  prayer ; 
We  plead  for  those  who  plead  for  thee; 
Successful  may  they  ever  be ! 
Clothe  them  with  energy  divine, 
And  let  their  messages  be  thine : 
To  them  thy  sacred  truth  reveal ; 
Suppress  their  fear,  inflame  their  zeal. 


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3  Teach  them  to  sow  the  precious  seed ; 
Teach  them  thy  chosen  flock  to  feed ; 
Teach  them  immortal  souls  to  gain — 
Souls  that  will  well  reward  their  pain. 

4  Let  thronging  multitudes  around, 
Hear  from  their  lips  the  joyful  sound: 
In  humble  strains  thy  grace  implore, 
And  feel  thy  new-creating  pow'r. 

5  How  great  their  work,  how  vast  their  charge !  \ 
Do  thou  their  anxious  souls  enlarge ; 
Till  light  through  distant  realms  be  spread,    < 
And  Zion  rear  her  drooping  head. 

lO     Minister's  Prayer.     C.  P.  M.  8,8,6,8,8,6. 
[elp,  Lord,  an  humble  instrument, 

Thy  sovereign  grace  has  calPd,  and  sent 
To  publish  and  proclaim 
The  reigning  power  and  peace  of  God ; 
General  redemption  in  thy  blood, 
And  pardon  through  thy  name. 

2  T'  exalt  myself,  I  would  not  speak, 
Or,  proud  of  my  own  talents,  seek 

The  praise  of  flattering  man ; 
But  serve  thee  with  a  single  eye, 
And,  while  thy  name  I  magnify, 

Thy  approbation  gain. 

3  Here  may  I  covet  no  reward, 
Nor  trifles  temporal  regard, 

Or  reckon  earth  my  home ; 
But  things  invisible  desire, 
And  wait  for  my  appointed  hire, 

Till  Christ,  my  Lord,  shall  come. 

4  xV  life  of  poverty  and  toil, 
A  thousand  lives,  one  gracious  smile 

Of  thine  will  over-pay  ; 
If  thou  receive  me  with  "well  done," 
And  for  thy  faithful  servant  own, 

In  that  triumphant  day. 


— « 

SABBATH^    OR   LORD'S   DAY. 


449 


Ministerial  Anxiety.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8.  1 

What  contradictions  meet 
In  ministers'  employ! 
It  is  a  bitter  sweet, 
A  sorrow  full  of  joy. 
Xo  other  post  affords  a  place 
Of  equal  honor,  or  disgrace  ! 

Who  can  describe  the  pain 

Which  faithful  preachers  feel ; 
Constrained  to  speak  in  vain 
To  hearts  as  hard  as  steel? 
Or  who  can  tell  the  pleasure  felt, 
When  stubborn  hearts  begin  to  melt  ? 

The  Saviour's  dying  love, 

The  soul's  amazing  worth, 
Their  utmost  efforts  move, 
And  draw  their  bowels  forth ; 
They  pray  and  strive,  their  rest  departs, 
Till  Christ  be  form'd  in  sinners'  hearts.       \ 


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The  Lord's  Day.  S.  M. 

Welcome,  sweet  day  of  rest, 
That  saw  the  Lord  arise ! 
Welcome  to  this  reviving  breast, 
And  these  rejoicing  eyes ! 

The  King  himself  comes  near, 
And  feasts  his  saints  to-day ; 
Here  we  may  sit,  and  see  him  here, 
And  love,  and  praise,  and  pray. 


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SABBATH,    OR   LORD'S   DAY.         305 

One  day  amidst  the  place 
Where  my  dear  God  has  been, 
Is  sweeter  than  ten  thousand  days 
Of  pleasurable  sin. 

My  willing  soul  would  stay 
In  such  a  frame  as  this, 
And  sit  and  sing  herself  away 
To  everlasting  bliss. 


451 


Sabbath  Morning.  L.  M. 

Come,  dearest  Lord,  and  bless  this  day, 
Come,  bear  our  thoughts  from  earth  away ; 
Now  let  our  noblest  passions  rise, 
With  ardor,  to  their  native  skies. 

2  Come,  Holy  Spirit,  all  divine, 
With  rays  of  light  upon  us  shine; 
And  let  our  waiting  souls  be  blest, 
On  this  sweet  day  of  sacred  rest. 

3  0,  may  our  pray'rs  and  praises  rise, 
As  grateful  inceSise,  to  the  skies ; 

And  draw  from  heav'n  that  sweet  repose 
Which  none  but  he  who  feels  it  knows. 

4  Then  when  our  sabbaths  here  are  o'er, 
And  we  arrive  on  Canaan's  shore, 
With  all  the  ransom'd  we  shall  spend 
A  sabbath  which  shall  never  end. 

OZ         Blessings  of  the  Sabbath.  C.  M. 

ins  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made ; 
He  calls  the  hours  his  own; 
Let  heaven  rejoice,  let  earth  be  glad, 
And  praise  surround  his  throne. 

2  To-day  he  rose  and  left  the  dead. 
And  Satan's  empire  fell  ; 
To-day  the  saints  his  triumphs  spread, 

And  all  his  wonders  tell. 
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j     306         SABBATH,    OR   LORD'S   DAY. 

3  Hosanna  to  th'  anointed  King, 
To  David's  holy  Son ! 
Help  us,  0  Lord — descend  and  bring 
Salvation  from  thy  throne. 

|        4  Blest  be  the  Lord,  who  comes  to  men, 
With  messages  of  grace ; 
Who  comes,  in  God  his  Father's  name, 
To  save  our  sinful  race. 

\        5  Hosanna !  in  the  highest  strains 
The  church  on  earth  can  raise ; 
The  highest  heav'ns,  in  which  he  reigns, 
Shall  give  him  nobler  praise. 


453 


A! 


The  Sabbath.  L.  M. 

xother  six  days'  work  is  done ; 
Another  sabbath  is  begun ; 
Return,  my  soul,  enjoy  thy  rest, 
Improve  the  day  thy  God  has  blest. 

2  Come,  bless  the  Lord,  whose  love  assigns 
So  sweet  a  rest  to  wear" ied  minds ; 
Provides  an  antepast  of  heav'n, 
And  gives,  this  day,  the  food  of  sev'n.    ' 

3  This  heav'nly  calm  within  the  breast 
Is  the  dear  pledge  of  sacred  rest, 
Which  for  the  Church  of  God  remains, 
The  end  of  cares,  the  end  of  pains. 

4  In  holy  duties  let  the  day — 
In  holy  pleasures  pass  away ; 
How  sweet  a  sabbath  thus  to  spend, 
In  hope  of  one  that  ne'er  shall  end. 

4D4  The  Worship  on  the  Sabbath.     S.  M. 

Qweet  is  the  work,  0  Lord, 
O  Thy  glorious  name  to  sing ; 
To  praise  and  pray,  to  hear  thy  word, 
And  grateful  offerings  bring. 

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SABBATH,    OR   LORDS   DAY.        3'l» 
—  j 

2  Sweet,  on  this  day  of  rest, 
To  join  in  heart  and  voice, 

With  those  who  love  and  serve  thee  best, 
And  in  thy  name  rejoice. 

3  To  songs  of  praise  and  joy, 
Be  every  sabbath  giv'n, 

That  such  may  be  our  blest  employ 
Eternally  in  heav'n. 


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Sabbath  in  the  Sanctuary.     ML  6  lines  7s. 

Safely  through  another  week 
God  has  brought  us  on  our  way  ; 
Let  us  now  a  blessing  seek, 

Waiting  in  his  courts  to-day, — 
Day  of  all  the  week  the  best, 
Emblem  of  eternal  rest. 

2  While  we  seek  supplies  of  grace, 

Through  the  dear  Redeemer's  name, 
Show  thy  reconciling  face, 

Take  away  our  sin  and  shame ; 
From  our  worldly  cares  set  free, 
May  we  rest  this  day  in  thee. 

3  Here  we  come,  thy  name  to  praise  ; 

Let  us  feel  thy  presence  near  ; 
May  thy  glory  meet  our  eyes, 

While  we  in  thy  house  appear ; 
Here  afford  us,  Lord,  a  taste 
Of  our  everlasting  feast. 

4  May  the  gospel's  joyful  sound 

Conquer  sinners,  comfort  saints, 
Make  the  fruit-  of  £raoe  abound, 

Briri£  relief  from  all  complaint-: 
Thus  let  all  our  sabbaths  prove. 
Till  we  join  the  church  above. 


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308         SABBATH,    OR   LORD  S   DAY. 


^t/U  The  Earthly  and  Heavenly  Sabbath.  L.  M. 

Thine  earthly  sabbaths,  Lord,  we  love, 
But  there's  a  nobler  rest  above : 
To  that  our  longing  souls  aspire, 
With  cheerful  hope  and  strong  desire. 

2  No  more  fatigue,  no  more  distress, 
Nor  sin  nor  death  shall  reach  the  place : 
No  groans  shall  mingle  with  the  songs, 
That  warble  from  immortal  tongues. 

3  No  rude  alarms  of  raging  foes, 
No  cares  to  break  the  long  repose, 
No  midnight  shade,  no  clouded  sun, 
But  sacred,  high,  eternal  noon. 

4  Soon  shall  that  glorious  day  begin, 
Beyond  this  world  of  death  and  sin ; 
Soon  shall  our  voices  join  the  song 
Of  the  triumphant  holy  throng. 


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Lord's  Day  Evening.  C.  M. 

Frequent  the  day  of  God  returns, 
To  shed  its  quickening  beams ; 
And  yet  how  slow  devotion  burns, 
How  languid  are  its  flames ! 

2  Accept  our  faint  attempts  to  love ; 
Our  frailties,  Lord,  forgive ; 

We  would  be  like  thy  saints  above, 
And  praise  thee  while  we  live. 

3  Increase,  0  Lord,  our  faith  and  hope, 
And  fit  us  to  ascend, 

Where  the  assembly  ne'er  breaks  up, 
The  sabbath  ne'er  shall  end. 

4  Where  we  shall  breathe  in  heav'nly  air, 

In  heav'nly  lustre  shine  ; 
\  Before  the  throne  of  God  appear, 

\  And  feast  on  love  divine. 

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SABBATH,    OR   LORD'S   DAY.         309     ' 

4t)0  A  Hymn  for  the  SahbatJi.  L.M. 

Sweet  is  the  work,  my  God,  my  King, 
To  praise  thy  name,  give  thanks  and  sing; 
To  show  thy  love  by  morning  light, 
And  talk  of  all  thy  truth  at  night. 

2  Sweet  is  the  day  of  sacred  rest ; 

Xo  mortal  cares  shall  seize  my  breast; 
0  may  my  heart  in  tune  be  found, 
Like  David's  harp,  of  solemn  sound. 

3  My  heart  shall  triumph  in  my  Lord, 
And  bless  his  works,  and  bless  his  word; 
Thy  works  of  grace,  how  bright  they  shine! 
How  deep  thy  counsels  !  how  divine ! 

4  Lord,  I  shall  share  a  glorious  part, 
When  grace  hath  well  refined  my  heart, 
And  fresh  supplies  of  joy  are  shed, 
Like  holy  oil,  to  cheer  my  head. 

5  Then  shall  I  see,  and  hear,  and  know 
All  I  desired  or  wished  below; 

And  every  power  find  sweet  employ 
In  that  eternal  world  of  joy. 

Sabbath  Morning.      II.  M.  6,G,6,G,8,8. 
ELCOME,  delightful  morn. 
Thou  day  of  sacred  rest; 
I  hail  thy  kind  return — 

Lord,  make  these  momenta  blest: 
m  the  low  train  of  mortal  toys 
I  soar  to  reach  immortal  joys. 

2  Now  may  the  King  descend, 

And  fill  his  throne  of  grace: 
Thy  soeptoe,  Lord,  extend, 

Whil  \  thy  face; 

Let  sinners    fad  thy  quickening  word, 
And  learn  to  know  and  i'ear  the  Lord. 

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!  310         SABBATH,    OR   LORD'S   DAY. 


460 


3  Descend,  celestial  Dove, 

With  all  thy  quickening  pow'rs ; 
Disclose  a  Saviour's  love, 

And  bless  the  sacred  hours ; 
Then  shall  my  soul  new  life  obtain, 
Nor  sabbaths  be  indulged  in  vain. 


4 


461 


Resurrection  of  Christ  on  the  Sabbath.  S.  M. 

To-day  the  Saviour  rose, 
Our  Jesus  left  the  dead ; 
He  conquered  our  malignant  foes, 

And  Satan  captive  led. 

He  left  his  glorious  throne, 

To  make  our  peace  with  God ; 
Blessings  forever  on  his  name  ! 

He  bought  us  with  his  blood. 

For  us,  his  life  he  paid, 

For  us  the  law  fulfilled; 
On  Him  our  load  of  guilt  was  laid ; 

We  by  his  stripes  are  heard. 

Ye  saints,  adore  his  name, 

Who  hath  such  mercy  shown  : 
Ye  sinners,  love  the  bleeding  Lamb, 

And  make  his  praises  known. 

Chrisfs  Resurrection.    H.  M.  6,G,6,G,8: 

Awake,  ye  saints,  awake, 
And  hail  the  sacred  day ; 
In  lofty  songs  of  praise 
Your  joyful  homage  pay; 
Come,  bless  the  day  that  God  hath  blest, 
The  type  of  heaven's  eternal  rest. 
On  this  auspicious  morn 
The  Lord  of  life  arose, 
And  burst  the  bars  of  death, 
And  vanquished  all  our  foes ; 
And  now  he  pleads  our  cause  above, 
And  reaps  the  fruit  of  all  his  love. 


PUBLIC    W01I- 1  IIP. 


All  hail,  triumphant  Lord! 

Heaven  with  hosannas  rings; 

And  earth,  in  humble  strains, 

Thy  praise  responsive  sings ; 

Worthy  the  Lamb,  that  once  was  slain, 

Through  endless  years  to  live  and  reign 


PUBLIC  WORSHIP. 

40,4  Going  to  Church.  C.  M. 

How  did  my  heart  rejoice  to  hear 
My  friends  devoutly  say, 
"In  Zion  let  us  all  appear, 
And  keep  the  solemn  day/' 

2  I  love  her  gates,  I  love  the  road : 

The  church,  adorned  with  grace, 
Stands  like  a  palace  built  for  God, 
To  show  his  milder  face. 

3  Up  to  her  courts  with  joys  unknown 

The  holy  tribes  repair; 
The  Son  of  David  holds  bis  throne, 
And  sits  in  judgment  there. 

4  Peace  be  within  this  sacred  place, 

And  j>>y  a  constant  guest! 
With  holy  gifts  and  heavenly  grace 
Be  her  attendants  blest! 

5  My  soul  shall  pray  for  Zion  still, 
While  life  or  breath  remains; 

There  my  best  friends,  my  kindred  dwell. 
There  God  my  Saviour  reigns. 


312  PUBLIC   WORSHIP. 

40O  Delight  in  Worship.  L.  M. 

Lord,  how  delightful  'tis  to  see 
A  whole  assembly  worship  thee ! 
At  once  they  sing,  at  once  they  pray ; 
They  hear  of  heaven,  and  learn  the  way. 

2  I  have  been  there,  and  still  would  go  ; 
;Tis  like  the  dawn  of  heaven  below  ; 
Not  all  that  careless  sinners  say, 
Shall  tempt  me  to  forget  this  day. 

3  0,  write  upon  my  memory,  Lord, 
The  truths  and  precepts  of  thy  word, 
That  I  may  break  thy  laws  no  more, 
But  love  thee  better  than  before. 

4  With  thoughts  of  Christ,  and  things  divine, 
Fill  up  this  foolish  heart  of  mine ; 

That,  finding  pardon  through  his  blood, 
I  may  lie  down,  and  wake  with  God. 

1U  a  Universal  Adoration.  L.  M. 

Before  Jehovah's  awful  throne, 
Ye  nations,  bow  with  sacred  joy ; 
Know  that  the  Lord  is  God  alone; 
He  can  create,  and  he  destroy. 

2  His  sovereign  pow'r,  without  our  aid, 
Made  us  of  clay  and  form'd  us  men  ; 

And  when,  like  wand'ring  sheep,  we  stray'd, 
He  brought  us  to  his  fold  again. 

3  We  are  his  people,  we  his  care, — 
Our  souls  and  all  our  mortal  frame  ; 
What  lasting  honors  shall  we  rear, 
Almighty  Maker,  to  thy  name  ? 

4  We'll  crowd  thy  gates  with  thankful  songs, 
High  as  the  heav'ns  our  voices  raise ; 
And  earth,  with  her  ten  thousand  tongues, 
Shall  fill  thy  courts  with  sounding  praise. 


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5  Wide  as  the  world  is  thy  command; 
Vast  as  eternity  thy  Love ; 
Firm  as  B  rock  thy  truth  must  stand, 
When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move. 


465 


rihj.  C.  M. 

C\  od  is  a  Spirit,  just  and  v 
T  ]I  inmost  mind  ; 

In  vain  to  heaven  we  raise  our  cries, 
Arid  leave  our  souls  behind. 

2  Nothing  hut  truth  before  his  throne 

With  honor  can  appear ; 
The  painted  hypocrites  are  known, 
Through  the  disguise  they  wear. 

3  Their  lifted  eyes  salute  the  skies, 

Their  bending  knees  the  ground : 
But  God  abhors  a  sacrifice 
Where  not  the  heart  is  found. 

4  Lord,  search  my  thoughts  and  try  my  ways, 

And  make  my  soul  sine 
Then  shall  I  stand  before  thy  face. 
And  find  acceptance  there. 


466 


C 


•sal  King.  S.  M. 

I  his  praise  abroad, 
And  hymns  of  glory  Bio 
Jehovah  is  the  sovereign  God, 
The  universal  King. 
2      He  formed  -  unknown, 

and; 
The  watery  worlds  are  all  his  own. 
And  all  the  s<»lid  ground. 
rehip  at  hi 
w  before  the  Lord; 
We  are  his  works,  and  not  our  own: 

He  fi  rme  1  as  by  his  word. 
LA 


467 


To-day  attend  his  voice, 
Nor  dare  provoke  his  rod ; 
Come,  like  the  children  of  his  choice, 
And  own  your  gracious  God. 

Heavenly  Joy  on  Earth.  S.  M. 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Lord, 
And  let  your  joys  be  known ; 
Join  in  a  song  with  sweet  accord, 
And  thus  surround  the  throne. 

2  The  sorrows  of  the  mind 

Be  banished  from  this  place; 
Religion  never  was  designed 
To  make  our  pleasures  less. 

3  Let  those  refuse  to  sing 
Who  never  knew  our  God ; 

But  servants  of  the  heav'nly  King 
May  speak  their  joys  abroad. 

4  The  men  of  grace  have  found 
Glory  begun  below ; 

Celestial  fruits,  on  earthly  ground, 
From  faith  and  hope  may  grow. 

5  The  hill  of  Zion  yields 

A  thousand  sacred  sweets, 
Before  we  reach  the  heav'nly  fields, 
Or  walk  the  golden  streets. 

6  Then  let  our  songs  abound, 
And  every  tear  be  dry ; 

We're  marching  thro'  ImmanuePs  ground, 
To  fairer  world's  on  high. 

4uO  Spiritual  Worship.  L.  M. 

Jesus,  thou  everlasting  King, 
Accept  the  tribute  which  we  bring ; 
Accept  thy  well-deserved  renown, 
And  wear  our  praises  as  thy  crown. 


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PUBLIC    WORSHIP. 


2  Let  every  act  of  worship  be 
Like  our  espousals,  Lord,  to  thee, 
Like  the  blest  hour  when  from  above 
We  first  received  the  pledge  of  love. 

3  The  gladness  of  that  happy  day 
0  may  it  ever,  ever  Btayl 

Nor  let  our  faith  forsake  its  hold, 
Xor  hope  decline,  nor  love  grow  cold. 

4  Each  following  minute,  as  it  flies, 
Increase  thy  praise,  improve  our  joys, 
Till  we  are  raised  to  sing  thy  name 
At  the  great  supper  of  the  Lamb. 


469 


How  Amiable  are  iky  Tabernacles.    L.  M. 

How  pleasant — how  divinely  fair, 
0  Lord  of  hosts,  thy  dwellings  are  ! 
With  long  desire  my  spirit  faints 
To  meet  th'  assemblies  of  thy  saints. 

2  Blest  are  the  souls  who  find  a  place 
Within  the  temple  of  thy  grace; 
Here  they  behold  the  gentler  rays, 
And  seek  thy  face  and  learn  thy  praise. 

3  Blest  are  the  men,  whose  hearts  are  set 
To  find  the  way  to  /ion's  gate; 

God  is  tln-ir  strength!  and  through  the  road 
They  lean  upon  their  helper,  <  I 

4  Cheerful  they  walk,  with  growing  strength, 
Till  all  shall  meet  in  heaven  at  length, 
Till  all  before  thy  face  appear, 

And  join  in  nobler  worship  there. 

4/U  Joy  of  Public  Worship.  L.M. 

I  ei  at  God,  attend,  while  Zion  su 

Thy  joy  that  from  thy  presence  springs  : 
nd  one  day  with  thee  on  sarin 

Exceeds  a  thousand  days  of  mirth. 


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316  PUBLIC    WORSHIP. 

2  Might  I  enjoy  the  meanest  place 
Within  thy  house,  0  God  of  grace! 
Not  tents  of  ease,  nor  thrones  of  pow'r, 
Should  tempt  my  feet  to  leave  thy  door. 

3  God  is  our  sun — he  makes  our  day ; 
God  is  our  shield — he  guards  our  way 
From  all  th'  assaults  of  hell  and  sin ; 
From  foes  without,  and  foes  within. 

4  All  needful  grace  will  God  bestow, 
And  crown  that  grace  with  glory  too: 
He  gives  us  all  things,  and  withholds 
No  real  good  from  upright  souls. 

5  0  God,  our  King,  whose  sovereign  sway 
The  glorious  host  of  heaven  obey, 
Display  thy  grace,  exert  thy  pow;r, 
Till  all  on  earth  thy  name  adore. 


471 


The  House  of  God.      H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

What  dreadful  spot  is  this  ? 
And  yet  a  pleasing  place; 
Sure  here  Jehovah  is, 
In  majesty  and  grace: 
Here  let  our  souls  devoutly  wait, 
;Tis  God's  own  house,  'tis  heaven's  gate. 

;Tis  here  the  saints  abide, 
On  richest  dainties  fed ; 
And  Christ  doth  here  reside, 
Their  Master  and  their  Head; 
His  life  and  love  he  here  conveys, 
And  owns  their  pray 'rs, and  hears  their  praise. 

The  Lord  is  never  bound 

To  any  time  or  place: 
Eut  always  may  be  found 
Among  his  chosen  race ; 
Then  tread  his  courts  with  holy  fear, 
For  God  himself  is  present  there. 


PUBLIC    WORSHIP.  317 


4/2  The  Sowj  of  Simeon.  C.  M. 

Lord,  in  thy  remple  we  appear, 
As  happy  Simeon  came, 
And  hope  to  meet  our  Saviour  here ; 
0  make  our  joys  the  same! 

2  With  what  divine  and  vast  delight 

The  good  old  man  was  filPd, 
"When  fondly  in  his  withered  arms 
He  clasp'd  the  holy  child  ! 

3  "Now  I  can  leave  this  world/'  he  cried, 

"Behold,  thy  servant  dies! 
I've  seen  thy  great  salvation,  Lord, 
And  close  my  peaceful  eyes. 

4  This  is  the  light,  prepar'd  to  shine 

Upon  the  Gentile  lands ; 
Thine  Israel's  glory,  and  their  hope, 
To  break  their  slavish  bands." 

5  Jesus !  the  vision  of  thy  face 

Hath  overpow'ring  charms  ! 
Scarce  shall  I  feel  death's  cold  embrace, 
If  Christ  be  in  my  arms. 

6  When  flesh  shall  fail,  and  heart-strings  break,  : 

Sweet  will  the  minutes  roll ; 


A  mortal  paleness  on  my  cheek, 
But  glory  in  my  soul. 


473 


■L 


The  Courts  of  the  Lord.  S.  M. 

How  charming  is  the  place 
Where  my  Redeemer  God 

Unveils  the  beauties  of  his  face, 
And  >heds  his  love  abroad  ! 

'2        Not  the  fair  palflM 

To  which  the  great  n 
Are  onoe  to  bd  compared  with  this, 
Where  Jesus  holds  his  court. 
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|Q318  PUBLIC   WORSHIP. 



3       Here  on  the  mercy  seat, 

With  radiant  glory  crown' d, 
Our  joyful  eyes  behold  him  sit, 
And  smile  on  all  around. 


474 


4  To  him  their  pray'rs  and  cries 
Each  humble  soul  presents  ; 

He  listens  to  their  broken  sighs, 
And  grants  them  all  their  wants. 

5  Give  me,  0  Lord,  a  place 
Within  thy  bless'd  abode, 

Among  the  children  of  thy  grace, 
The  servants  of  my  God. 

Public  Worship.  C.  M. 

Sixg  to  the  Lord  Jehovah's  name, 
And  in  his  strength  rejoice : 
When  his  salvation  is  our  theme, 
Exalted  be  our  voice. 

2  With  thanks  approach  his  awful  sight, 

And  psalms  of  honor  sing ; 
The  Lord's  a  God  of  boundless  might, 
The  whole  creation's  King. 

3  Come,  and  with  humble  souls  adore ; 

Come,  kneel  before  his  face  ; 
0,  may  the  creatures  of  his  pow'r 
Be  children  of  his  grace ! 

4  Now  is  the  time,  he  bends  his  ear, 

And  waits  for  your  request ; 
Come,  Jest  he  rouse  his  wrath,  and  swear, 
"Ye  shall  not  see  my  rest." 


475 


Hosanna  to  the  Lord.  L.  M.  \ 

Hosanna  !  Lord,  thine  angels  cry ; 
Hosanna  !  Lord,  we  here  reply : 
Above,  beneath  us,  and  around, 
The  dead  and  living  swell  the  sound. 


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PUBLIC   ^SVoliSIUP.  319 

2  0,  Father,  with  protecting  ci 

Meet  us  in  this  thy  house  of  pra;j  'r  ; 

Assembled  in  Messiah's  name. 

Thy  promised  blessing  here  we  claim. 

3  But,  chiefest,  in  our  inmost  breast, 
0  Saviour!  let  thy  Spirit  rest  ; 
And  make  our  secret  soul  to  be 

A  temple  pure,  and  worthy  thee. 

4  So,  in  the  last  and  dreadful  day, 
When  earth  and  heav'n  shall  melt  away, 
Thy  flock,  redeemed  from  sinful  stain, 
Shall  swell  the  sound  of  praise  again. 


476 


God's  Service  Deligkfful.  C.  M. 

YyiTii  joy  we  hail  the  sacred  day, 
V  V    Which  God  has  call'd  his  own  ; 
With  joy  the  summons  we  obey, 
To  worship  at  his  throne. 

2  Thy  chosen  temple,  Lord,  how  fair! 

As  here  thy  servants  throng, 
To  breathe  the  humble,  fervent  pray'r, 
And  pour  the  grateful  Bong. 

3  Spirit  of  grace!  0  deign  to  dwell 

Within  thy  church  below; 
Make  her  in  holiness  excel, 
With  pure  devotion  glow1. 

4  Let  peace  within  her  Avails  be  fmnul, 

Let  all  her  sons  unite, 
To  spread  with  holy  zeal  around. 
Her  clear  and  shining  Light. 

5  (ireat  CmI.  we  hail  the  sacred  day. 

Which  thou  hast  call'd  thine  own; 

With  joy  the  summons  we  obey, 
To  worship  at  thy  throne. 

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320  PUBLIC   WORSHIP. 


477 


D' 


Waiting  on  God.  C.  M. 

ear  brethren,  come,  draw  near  to  God, 
With  songs  of  sacred  praise ; 
For  he  is  good,  immensely  good, 
And  just  are  all  his  ways. 

J        2  All  nature  owns  his  guardian  care ; 
1  In  him  we  live  and  move ; 

But  nobler  benefits  declare 
The  wonders  of  his  love. 

i        3  He  gave  his  Son,  his  only  Son, 
To  ransom  rebel  worms ; 
'Tis  here  he  makes  his  goodness  known 
In  its  diviner  forms. 


478 


Desire  for  ike  Sanctuary.  H.  M.  0,6,6,6,8,8. 

Lord  of  the  worlds  above, 
How  pleasant,  and  how  fair 
The  dwellings  of  thy  love, 
Thine  earthly  temples,  are  ; 
To  thine  abode  my  heart  aspires, 
With  warm  desires  to  see  my  God. 

0  happy  souls,  that  pray 

Where  God  appoints  to  hear ! 
0  happy  men,  that  pay 

Their  constant  service  there ! 
They  praise  thee  still ;  and  happy  they 
That  love  the  way  to  Zion's  hill. 

They  go  from  strength  to  strength, 
Through  this  dark  vale  of  tears, 
Till  each  arrives  at  length, 
Till  each  in  heaven  appears : 
0  glorious  seat !  thou,  God  our  King, 
Shalt  thither  bring  our  willing  feet. 


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PRAISE  OF  GOD. 


479 


Universal  Praise,  L.  M. 

"'kom  all  who  dwell  below  the  ski 
Let  the  Creator's  praise  ai 
Let  the  Redeemer's  name  be  sung 

Through  every  land,  by  every  tongue. 

;     2  Eternal  are  thy  mercies,  Lord; 
Eternal  truth  attends  thy  word ; 
Thy  praise  shall  sound  from  shore  to  shore, 


Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no  more. 

3  Your  lofty  themes,  ye  mortals,  bring; 
In  songs  of  praise  divinely  sing: 
The  great  salvation  loud  proclaim. 
And  shout  for  joy  the  Saviour's  name. 

4  In  every  land  Login  the  Bong  : 
To  every  land  the  strains  belong; 
In  cheerful  sounds  all  voices  raise, 
And  fill  the  world  with  loudest  prj 


480 


Praise  to  the  Eternal  God.  S.  31. 

Let  i  urc  join 

To  praise  tlf  eternal  God; 
Ye  heavenly  h  gin, 

And  sound  hN  praise  abroad. 

Thou  sun.  with  golden  1  - 

And  moon,  with  paler  n 
Ye  starry  Lights,  ye  twinkling  fls 

Shine  t-»  your  Maker'-  pn 

I!<  built  those  worl 
And  lixed  their  wondrous  frame; 
By  hi-  command  they  stand  or  m 

And  e 

21 


4  Ye  vapors,  when  ye  rise, 
Or  fall  in  showers  or  snow, 

Ye  thunders,  murm'ring  'round  the  skies, 
His  power  and  glory  show. 

5  Wind,  hail,  and  flaming  fire, 
Agree  to  praise  the  Lord, 

When  ye  in  dreadful  storms  conspire 
To  execute  his  word. 

G       By  all  his  works  above 
His  honors  be  express'd ; 
But  saints  who  taste  his  saving  love, 
Should  sing  his  praises  best. 


481 


V 


Perpetual  Praise.  C.  M. 

^es,  I  will  bless  thee,  0  my  God ! 
Through  all  my  mortal  days ; 
And  to  eternity  prolong 

Thy  vast,  thy  boundless  praise. 

2  Nor  shall  my  tongue  alone  proclaim 

The  honors  of  my  God ; 
My  life,  with  all  its  active  powers, 
Shall  spread  thy  praise  abroad. 

3  Not  death  itself  shall  stop  my  song, 

Though  death  will  close  my  eyes ; 
My  thoughts  shall  then  to  nobler  heights, 
And  sweeter  raptures  rise. 

4  There  shall  my  lips,  in  endless  praise, 

Their  grateful  tribute  pay ; 
The  theme  demands  an  angel's  tongue, 
And  an  eternal  day. 

4o^  praise  f]ie  Lord.         M.  8s  &  7s. 

Praise  the  Lord ;  ye  heavens,  adore  him ; 
Praise  him,  angels,  in  the  height; 
Sun  and  moon,  rejoice  before  him ; 
Praise  him,  all  ye  stars  of  light. 


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2  Praise  the  Lord,  for  he  hath  spoken; 

Worlds  hie  mighty  voice  obeyed; 
Laws,  which  never  can  be  broken, 
For  their  guidance  he  hath  made. 

3  Praise  the  L  >rd,  for  he  is  glorious; 

Never  shall  his  promise  fail; 
God  hath  made  his  saints  victorious, 
Sin  and  death  shall  not  prevail. 

4  Praise  the  God  of  our  salvation; 

Hosts  on  high,  his  power  proclaim; 
Heaven  and  earth,  and  all  creation, 
Praise  and  magnify  his  name. 

30         Praise  for  Divine  Goodness.    L.  P.  M. 
?ll  praise  my  Maker  with  my  breath; 
And  when  my  voice  is  lost  in  death, 
Praise  shall  employ  my  nobler  pow'rs ; 
My  days  of  praise  shall  ne'er  be  past, 
"While  life,  and  thought,  and  being  last, 
Or  immortality  endures. 

2  Happy  the  man  whose  hopes  rely 
On  I-  I:   He  made  the  sky, 

And  earth,  and  seas,  with  all  their  train: 
His  truth  forever  stands  secure; 
I  [e  9ai  es  th1  oppressed,  he  feeds  the  poor, 

And  none  anal]  find  his  promise  vain. 

3  He  loves  his  em  well ; 
But  turns  the  wicked  down  to  hell; 

Thy  God,  0  Zion,  ever  reigns: 
Let  every  tongue,  let  every  age, 
In  this  exalted  work 

Praise  him  in  everlasting 

4  I'll  praise  him  while  he  lends  me  breath; 
And  when  my  voice  is  lost  in  death. 

Praise  shau  employ  my  nobler  p  m* 
My  days  of  praise  shall  ne'er  be  pi 
While  life,  and  thought,  and  being  last, 

Or  immortality  enau 


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PRAISE  OF   GOD. 


484 


485 


Praise  for  Mercies,  S.  M. 

0  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 
His  grace  to  thee  proclaim  ; 
And  all  that  is  within  me,  join 
To  bless  his  holy  name. 

0  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 
His  mercies  bear  in  mind ; 
Forget  not  all  his  benefits, — 
The  Lord  to  thee  is  kind. 

He  will  not  always  chide ; 
He  will  with  patience  wait ; 
His  wrath  is  ever  slow  to  rise, 
And  ready  to  abate. 

The  Lord  forgives  thy  sins , 
Prolongs  thy  feeble  breath  ; 
He  healeth  thine  infirmities, 
And  ransoms  thee  from  death. 

He  clothes  thee  with  his  love, 
Upholds  thee  with  his  truth, 
And  like  the  eagle  he  renews 
The  vigor  of  thy  youth. 

Then  bless  his  holy  name, 
Whose  grace  hath  made  thee  whole  ; 
Whose  loving-kindness  crowns  thy  days ; 
0  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 


Song  of  Praise.  M. 

Songs  of  praise  the  angels  sang, 
Heav'n  with  hallelujahs  rang, 
When  Jehovah's  work  begun, 
When  he  spake,  and  it  was  done. 

Songs  of  praise  awoke  the  morn 
When  the  Prince  of  Peace  was  born, 
Songs  of  praise  arose,  when  he 
Captive  led  captivity. 


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PllALSE   Of   GOD.  325  ' 


3  Heav'n  and  earth  must  pass  away, 
Songs  of  praise  shall  crown  that  day  ; 
God  will  make  new  heav'n.s  and  earth, 
Songs  of  praise  shall  hail  their  birth. 

4  And  will  man  alone  he  dumb. 
Till  that  glorious  kingdom  come? 
Xo — the  church  delights  to  raise 
Psalms,  and  hymns,  and  songs  of  praise. 

5  Saints  below,  with  heart  and  voice, 
Still  in  songs  of  praise  rejoice  ; 
Learning  here,  by  faith  and  love, 
Songs  of  praise,  to  sing  above. 

6  Borne  upon  the  latest  breath, 
Songs  of  praise  shall  conquer  death  ; 
Then,  amidst  eternal  joy, 

Songs  of  praise  their  powers  employ. 

4o0      Friendship  of  God.     II.  M.  0,6,6,6,8,8. 

To  God,  the  mighty  Lord, 
Your  joyful  thanks  repeat: 
To  him  due  praise  aiford, 
As  good  as  he  is  great ; 
For  God  doth  prove  our  constant  friend: 
His  boundless  love  shall  never  end. 

2  To  him,  whose  wondrous  pow'r 

All  other  flodfl  i 
Whom  earthly  kinge  adore, 
This  grateful  homage  pay; 
For  God  doth  prove  our  constant  friend  : 
His  boundless  love  shall  never  end. 

3  lb'  d':<->  the  food  >'ip]»ly 

On  which  all  creatures  live: 
To  God  who  reigns  <>n  high, 
rnal  prais 
r   »  God       b  prove  our  constant  friend : 
His  bound  r  end. 


buJ 


Praise  to  our  Creator.  L.  M. 

Ye  nations  'round  the  earth,  rejoice 
Before  the  Lord,  your  sovereign  King ; 
Serve  him  with  cheerful  heart  and  voice ; 
With  all  your  tongues  his  glory  sing. 

2  The  Lord  is  God ;  'tis  he  alone 

Doth  life,  and  breath,  and  being  give ; 
We  are  his  work,  and  not  our  own, 
The  sheep  that  on  his  pastures  live. 

3  Enter  his  gates  with  songs  of  joy; 
With  praises  to  his  courts  repair ; 
And  make  it  your  divine  employ, 

To  pay  your  thanks  and  honors  there.. 

4  The  Lord  is  good ;  the  Lord  is  kind ; 
Great  is  his  grace,  his  mercy  sure ; 
And  all  the  race  of  man  shall  find 
His  truth  from  age  to  age  endure. 


488 


S' 


Exhortation  to  Praise.  S.  M. 

^tand  up,  and  bless  the  Lord, 
*  Ye  people  of  his  choice ! 
Stand  up,  and  bless  the  Lord  your  God, 

With  heart,  and  soul,  and  voice. 

Though  high  above  all  praise, 

Above  all  blessing  high, 
Who  would  not  fear  his  holy  name, 

And  laud,  and  magnify  ? 

0  !  for  the  living  flame 

From  his  own  altar  brought, 
To  touch  our  lips,  our  souls  inspire, 

And  wing  to  heaven  our  thought! 

4       Gfod  is  our  strength,  and  song, 
And  his  salvation  ours ; 
Then  be  his  love  in  Christ  proclaimed, 
With  all  our  ransomed  powers.  i 


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5       Stand  up,  and  bless  the  Lord, — 
The  Lord,  your  God,  adore; 
Stand  up,  and  bless  bia  glorious  name, 
Henceforth,  for  evermore, 

Braise  at  all  Times.  C.  M. 

v  soul  shall  praise  thee,  0  my  God, 
Through  all  my  mortal  days, 
And  in  eternity  prolong 

Thy  vast,  thy  boundless  praise. 

2  In  every  smiling,  happy  hour, 
Be  this  my  sweet  employ  ; 

Thy  praise  refines  my  earthly  bliss, 
And  heightens  all  my  joy. 

3  When  anxious  grief  and  gloomy  care 
Afiiict-my  throbbing  breast, 

My  tongue  shall  learn  to  speak  thy  praise, 
And  lull  each  pain  to  rest. 

4  Nor  shall  my  tongue  alone  proclaim 
The  honors  of  my  God ; 

My  life,  with  all  its  ransom' d  powers, 
SI i all  spread  thy  praise  abroad. 

5  And  when  these  lips  shall  cease  to  move, 
When  death  shall  close  my  <■> 

My  soul  shall  then  to  nobler  heights 
Of  joy  and  transport  rise. 

(')  My  powers  shall  then,  in  lofty  strains, 
Their  grateful  tribute  pay  ; 
The  theme  demands4  an  angel's  tongue, 
An  everlasting  day. 


490 


Wonders  of  Grace,         .      L.  M. 

Gi  ivk  to  our  God  immortal  prai 
f    Mercy  and  truth  ar<>  all  liis  ways: 

Wonders  of  grace  t<>  God  belong; 

K < *  1  •  < ■  a i  3  in  your  • 


r  328  PRAISE   OF   GOD. 

j     2  Give  to  the  Lord  of  lords  renown, 

The  King  of  kings  with  glory  crown ; 
i        His  mercies  ever  will  endure, 
>        When  lords  and  kings  are  known  no  more. 

j     3  He  built  the  earth,  he  spread  the  sky, 
He  fixed  the  starry  lights  on  high ; 
Wonders  of  grace  to  God  belong ; 
Repeat  his  praise  in  every  song. 

4  He  saw  the  Gentiles  dead  in  sin, 
And  felt  his  pity  work  within  ; 
His  mercies  ever  will  endure, 
When  death  and  sin  shall  reign  no  more. 

5  He  sent  his  Son  with  power  to  save 
From  guilt  and  darkness,  and  the  grave ; 
Wonders  of  grace  to  God  belong ; 
Repeat  his  mercies  in  your  song. 


1491 


Praise  to  God,  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Praise  to  God  the  great  Creator ; 
Praise  to  God  from  every  tongue : 
Join,  my  soul,  with  every  creature, 

Join  the  universal  song, 
Father,  source  of  all  compassion, 

Pure,  unbounded  grace  is  thine: 
Hail  the  God  of  our  salvation  ! 
Praise  him  for  his  love  divine. 

2  Joyfully  on  earth  adore  him, 

Till  in  heaven  our  song  we  raise ; 
Then,  enraptured,  fall  before  him, 

Lost  in  wonder,  love,  and  praise : 
Praise  to  God  the  great  Creator, 

Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost; 
Praise  him,  every  living  creature, 

Earth  and  heaven's  united  host. 


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PRAISE    OF    GOD. 


329 


492 


Reliance  on  God. 


C.  M. 


Through  all  the  changing  scenes  of  life, 
In  trouble  and  in  j 

The  praises  of  my  God  shall  still 
My  heart  and  tongue  employ. 

2  0  magnify  the  Lord  with  me, 

With  me  exalt  hifl  name; 
When  in  distress  to  him  I  call'd, 
He  to  my  succor  came. 

3  0  make  hut  trial  of  his  love — 

Experience  will  decide 
How  blest  are  they,  and  only  they. 
Who  in  his  truth  confide. 

4  Fear  him,  ye  saints,  and  you  will  then 

Have  nothing  else  to  fear ; 
Make  you  his  service  your  delight, 
He'll  make  your  wants  his  care. 

tii/lj         Praise  for  Divine  Mercies,  C. 

When-  all  thy  mercies,  0  my  God, 
My  rising  soul  surveys, 
Transported  with  the  view,  I'm  lost 
In  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

2  Dnnumber'd  comforts  on  my  soul 

Thy  tender  care  bestow'd, 
Before  my  infant  heart  conceived 
From  whom  those  comforts  flow'd. 

'■'>  When  in  the  slippery  paths  of  youth, 
With  heedless  steps  I  ran, 
Thine  arm,  unseen,  conveyed  me  safe, 
And  led  me  up  to  man. 

3  Ten  thousand  thousand  precious  gifts 

My  daily  thanks  employ  ; 

No?  is  fch«  least  :i  cheerful  heart. 

That  tastes  those  gifta  with  joy. 
Hi 


M. 


P  330  PRAISE   OF    CHRIST. 

5  Through  every  period  of  my  life, 
Thy  goodness  Fll  pursue ; 
And  after  death,  in  distant  worlds, 
The  glorious  theme  renew. 

G  Through  all  eternity,  to  thee 
A  grateful  song  I'll  raise  ; 
But  0,  eternity's  too  short, 
To  utter  all  thy  praise ! 
i 


494 


PRAISE  OF  CHRIST. 

The  Lamb  of  God  Worshiped.         CM. 

Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 
With  angels  'round  the  throne ; 
Ten  thousand  thousand  are  their  tongues, 
But  all  their  joys  are  one. 

2  "Worthy  the  Lamb  that  died,"  they  cry, 
"To  be  exalted  thus:" 

"  Worthy  the  Lamb,"  our  lips  reply, 
"For  he  was  slain  for  us." 

3  Jesus  is  worthy  to  receive 
Honor  and  power  divine ; 

And  blessings,  more  than  we  can  give, 

Be,  Lord,  forever  thine. 

) 

4  Let  all  that  dwell  above  the  sky, 
And  air,  and  earth,  and  seas, 

Conspire  to  lift  thy  glories  high, 
And  speak  thy  endless  praise. 

5  The  whole  creation  join  in  one, 
To  bless  the  sacred  name 

Of  Him  who  sits  upon  the  throne, 

And  to  adore  the  Lamb. 
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PRAISE   OF  CHRIST. 


331' 


495 


Praise  io  the  Redeemer.  C.  M. 

Ofor  a  thousand  tongues  !  to  sing 
My  great  Redeemer's  praise; 
The  glories  of  my  God  and  King, 
The  triumphs  of  his  grace. 

2  My  gracious  Master,  and  my  God, 

Assist  me  to  proclaim, — 
To  spread,  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 
The  honors  of  thy  name. 

3  Jesus ! — the  name  that  charms  our  fears, 

That  bids  our  sorrows  cease ; 
'Tis  music  in  the  sinner's  ears, 
'Tis  life,  and  health,  and  peace. 

4  He  breaks  the  power  of  inbred  sin, 

He  sets  the  prisoner  free ; 
His  blood  can  make  the  foulest  clean ; 
His  blood  avail'd  for  me. 

5  Had  I  ten  thousand  thousand  tongues, 

Xot  one  should  silent  be  ; 
Had  I  ten  thousand  thousand  hearts, 
I'd  give  them  all  to  thee. 

4^0  Wonder,  Love  and  Praise.  P.  M.  8,7,8,7,7,7. 

Let  us  love,  and  sing,  and  wonder ; 
Let  us  praise,  the  Saviour's  name, 
He  has  hush'd  the  law's  loud  thunder, 

He  has  quench'd  mount  Sinai's  flame; 
He  has  wash'd  u^  with  hia  blood, 
He  has  brought  us  nigh  to  God. 

2  Let  us  love  the  Lord,  who  bought  us, 

Pitied  us,  when  enen 
Call'd  us  by  his  grace,  and  taught  us, 

Gave  us  cars,  and  gave  us  eyes; 
He  baa  wash'd  as  with  his  blood, 
He  presents  our  souls  to  God. 


Let  us  praise,  and  join  the  chorus 
Of  the  saints  enthroned  on  high ; 

Here  they  trusted  him  before  us, 
Now  their  praises  fill  the  sky : 

"Thou  hast  wash'd  us  with  thy  blood, 

Thou  art  worthy,  Lamb  of  God." 


497 


Hosanna  to  Christ.  C.  M. 

Hosanna  to  the  royal  Son 
Of  David's  ancient* line! 
His  natures  two,  his  person  one, 
Mysterious  and  divine. 

2  The  root  of  David,  here  we  find, 

And  offspring  is  the  same; 

Eternity  and  time  are  join'd 

In  our  Immanuers  name.# 

3  Blest  he  that  comes  to  wretched  men, 

With  peaceful  news  from  heaven ; 
Hosannas  in  the  highest  strain 
To  Christ  the  Lord  be  given. 

4  Let  mortals  ne'er  refuse  to  take 

Hosannas  on  their  tongues, 
Lest  rocks  and  stones  should  rise  and  break 
Their  silence  into  songs. 


1498 


Worthy  the  Lamb.     P.  M.  6,6,4,6,6,6,4. 

Glory  to  God  on  high ! 
Let  heaven  and  earth  reply — 
"Praise  ye  his  name!" 
His  love  and  grace  adore, 
Who  all  our  sorrows  bore; 
And  sing  for  evermore — 
"Worthy  the  Lamb!" 


PRAISE   OP   CHRIST. 


333' 


2  Ye,  who  surround  the  throne, 
Cheerfully  join  in  one, 

Praising  his  mime: 
Ye,  who  have  felt  his  blood 
Sealing  your  peace  with  God, 
Sound  his  dear  name  abroad, 

"Worthy  the  Lamb!" 

o  Join,  all  ye  ransomed  race, 
Our  Lord  and  God  to  bless ; 

Praise  ye  his  name: 
In  him  we  will  rejoice, 
And  make  a  joyful  noise, 
Shouting  with  heart  and  voice — 

"Worthy  the  Lamb!" 

4  Soon  must  we  change  our  place, 
Yet  will  we  never  cease 

Praising  his  name  : 
To  him  our  songs  we'll  bring, 
Hail  him  our  gracious  King, 
And  through  all  ages  sing — 

"Worthy  the  Lamb!" 


499 


Sang  of  Moses  and  the  Lamb.        S.  M. 

Awake,  and  sing  the  song 
Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb ; 
Wake,  every  heart  and  every  tongue, 
To  praise  the  Saviour's  name. 

Sing  of  his  dying  love ; 
Sing  of  his  rising  power; 
Sing  how  he  intercedes  above 
For  those  whose  sins  he  bore. 

Ye  pilgrims,  on  the  road 
To  /ion's  city,  sing  : 
Ilejoice  ye  in  the  Lamb  of  God, — 
In  Christ,  th'  eternal  King. 


'JWI^W^A 


334  PRAISE    OF    CHRIST. 

4  Soon  shall  we  hear  him  say, — 
Ye  blessed  children,  come ; 

Soon  will  he  call  us  hence  away, 
To  our  eternal  home. 

5  There  shall  each  raptured  tongue 
His  endless  praise  proclaim ; 

And  sweeter  voices  tune  the  song 
Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb. 


500 


Incarnate  Saviour.  S.  M. 


Y' 


^e  saints,  proclaim  abroad 
The  honors  of  your  King  ; 
To  Jesus,  your  incarnate  God, 
Your  songs  of  praises  sing. 

2  Not  angels  round  the  throne 
Of  Majesty  above, 

Are  half  so  much  obliged  as  we, 
To  our  Immanuers  love. 

3  They  never  sunk  so  low, 
They  are  not  raised  so  high ; 

They  never  knew  such  depths  of  woe, 
Such  heights  of  majesty. 

4  The  Saviour  did  not  join 
Their  nature  to  his  own ; 

For  them  he  shed  no  blood  divine, 
Nor  breathed  a  single  groan. 

5  May  we  with  angels  vie, 
The  Saviour  to  adore ; 

Our  debts  are  greater  far  than  theirs, 
0  be  our  praises  more. 


501 


The  New  Song.  C.  M. 

Behold  the  glories  of  the  Lamb, 
Amidst  his  Father's  throne  ; 
Prepare  new  honors  for  his  name, 
And  songs,  before  unknown. 


k. 


PRAISE   OF   CHRIST. 


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2  Let  elders  worship  at  his  feet, 

The  church  adore  around; 
With  vials  full  of  odors  sv 
And  harps  of  sweeter  sound. 

3  Those  are  the  prayers  of  all  the  saints, 

And  these  the  hymns  they  rai 
Jesus  is  kind  to  our  complaints, 

lie  loves  to  hear  our  praise. 

4  Now  to  the  Lamb,  that  once  was  slain, 

Be  endless  blessings  paid ; 
Salvation,  glory,  joy,  remain, 
Forever,  on  thy  head. 


Exhortation  to  Praise  Christ.        C.  M, 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Saviour's  name, 
And  joy  to  make  it  known  : 
The  Sovereign  of  your  heart  proclaim, 
And  bow  before  his  throne. 

2  Behold  your  King,  your  Saviour  crown'd 

With  glories  all  divine  ; 
And  tell  tin*  wondering  nations  round, 
How  bright  these  glories  shine. 

3  Infinite  power  and  boundless  grace 

In  Him  unite  their 
Ye  that  have  e'er  beheld  his  G 
Can  ye  forbear  his  praise? 

4  When  in  his  earthly  courts  W6  view 

The  glories  of  OUT  King, 
We  long  to  love  as  angels  do, 

And  wish  like  them  to  sing. 

5  And  shall  we  long  and  wish  in  vain? 

Lord,  teach  our 

Thy  love  can  animate  the  strain, 
And  bid  it  iv;e-h  | 


6  0  happy  period  !  glorious  day ! 

When  heaven  and  earth  shall  raise, 
With  all  their  powers,  the  raptur'd  lay, 
To  celebrate  thy  praise. 


503 


Christ1  s  Praise  Delightful.    C.  M. 

My  Saviour,  my  almighty  Friend, 
When  I  begin  thy  praise, 
Where  will  the  growing  numbers  end, — 
The  numbers  of  thy  grace  ? 

2  Thou  art  my  everlasting  trust, 

Thy  goodness  I  adore ; 
Send  down  thy  grace,  0  blessed  Lord, 
That  I  may  love  thee  more. 

3  My  feet  shall  travel  all  the  length 

Of  the  celestial  road ; 
And  march,  with  courage  in  thy  strength 
To  see  the  Lord  my  God. 

4  Awake !  awake  !  my  tuneful  powers, 

With  this  delightful  song ; 
And  entertain  the  darkest  hours, 
Nor  think  the  season  long. 

5  How  will  my  lips  rejoice  to  tell 

The  victories  of  my  King ! 
My  soul,  redeemed  from  sin  and  hell, 
Shall  thy  salvation  sing. 


504 


The  Saviour.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Come,  every  pious  heart, 
That  loves  the  Saviour's  name, 
Your  noblest  powers  exert 
To  celebrate  his  fame: 
Tell  all  above,  and  all  below, 
The  debt  of  love  to  him  you  owe. 


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PRAISE   OF   CHRIST. 


2       He  left  his  starry  crown. 

And  laid  his  robes  aside: 
On  wings  of  Love  same  down. 
And  wept,  and  bled,  and  died. 
What  he  endured,  0  who  can  tell, 
To  save  our  souls  from  death  and  hell  ? 

o       From  the  dark  grave  he  rose, 
The  mansion  of  the  dead; 
And  thence  his  mighty  foes, 
In  glorious  triumph  led : 
Up  through  the  sky  the  Conqueror  rode, 
And  reigns  on  high,  the  Saviour  God. 

4       From  thence  he'll  quickly  come, 
His  chariot  will  not  stay, 
And  hear  our  spirits  home, 
To  realms  of  endless  day ; 
There  shall  we  see  his  lovely  face, 
And  ever  be  in  his  embrace. 

OUO        praise  io  Jesus.     P.  M .  7,6,7,6/7,7,7,7. 

Burst,  ye  emerald  gates,  and  bring 
Tn  my  raptur'd  vision, 
All  th'  extatiejoya  that  spring 

Round  the  bright  elysian: 
Lo!  we  lift  our  longing  ey 
Break,  ye  intervening  skies  ; 
Sun  of  righteousness,  arise, 
Ope  the  gates  of  paradise! 

2  Floods  of  everlasting  light, 
Freely  flash  before  him; 
Myriads  with  supreme  delight, 

Instantly  adore  him: 
Angel  trumps  resound  his  fame: 
Lutes  of  lucid  gold  proclaim 
All  the  music  of  his  Dame ; 
Heaven  is  heightened  bv  the  theme. 

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338  PRAISE   OF   CHRIST. 

3  Four  and  twenty  elders  rise 

From  their  princely  station — 
Shout  his  glorious  victories, 

Sing  the  great  salvation ; 
Cast  their  crowns  before  his  throne, 
Cry  in  reverential  tone, 
Glory  be  to  God  alone, 
Holy !  holy !  holy  One. 

4  Hark !  the  thrilling  symphonies, 

Seem,  methinks,  to  seize  us ; 
Join  we,  too,  the  holy  lays, 

Jesus,  Jesus,  Jesus! 
Sweetest  sound  in  seraph's  song, 
Sweetest  note  on  mortal  tongue, 
Sweetest  carol  ever  sung, 
Jesus,  Jesus  flow  along. 

OUD  Hallelujah!  P.M.  8,6,8,7,4,7. 

thou  God  of  my  salvation, 

My  Redeemer  from  all  sin ; 

Moved  by  thy  divine  compassion, 

Who  hast  died  my  heart  to  win, 

I  will  praise  thee : 

Where  shall  I  thy  praise  begin  ? 

Though  unseen,  I  love  the  Saviour ; 

He  hath  brought  salvation  near ; 
Manifests  his  pardoning  favor ; 

And  when  Jesus  doth  appear, 
Soul  and  body 
Shall  his  glorious  image  bear. 

|         3  While  the  angel  choirs  are  crying : 
Glory  to  the  Great  I  Am  ; 
I  with  them  will  still  be  vying  : 
Glory !  glory  to  the  Lamb ! — 
0  how  precious 
Is  the  sound  of  Jesus'  name ! 


0 


PRAISK   OB   CHRIST. 


3391 


4  Angels  now  are  ho  v' ring  'round  lis, 
Unpereeived  amid  the  fchrohg; 
Wond'ring  at  the  tore  that  crown'd  us, 
Glad  to  join  the  holy  song: 
Hallelujah! 
Love  and  praise  to  Christ  belong ! 


507 


Praise  for  Preserving  Grace.  S.  M. 

To  God,  the  only  wise, 
Our  Saviour,  and  our  Bang, 
Let  all  the  saints  below  the  skies 
Their  humble  praises  bring. 

2  'Tis  his  almighty  love, 
His  counsel  and  his  care, 

Preserve  us  safe  from  sin  and  death, 
And  every  hurtful  snare. 

3  He  will  present  our  souls, 
Unblemished  and  complete, 

Before  the  glory  of  his  face, 
With  joys  divinely  great. 

4  Then  all  the  ch< 

Shall  meet  around  the  throne: 
Shall  bless  the  conduct  of  hifl 
And  make  his  wonders  known. 

5  To  our  Redeemer  1  tod 
Wisdom  with  power  belongs; 

Immortal  crowns  of  nia;. 

And  everlasting  boi 

OUO  LoreofC/t,        '  CM. 

TO  on:  EU  glorious  name 

Awake  the  sacred  • 
0  may  his  Lore — immortal  Same — 

Tune  every  heart  and  ton 


2  His  love,  what  mortal  thought  can  reach?      \ 

What  mortal  tongue  display  ? 
Imagination's  utmost  stretch 
In  wonder  dies  away. 

3  Dear  Lord,  while  we,  adoring,  pay 

Our  humble  thanks  to  thee, 
May  every  heart,  with  rapture,  say, 
The  Saviour  died  for  me. 

4  0,  may  the  sweet,  the  blissful  theme 

Fill  every  heart  and  tongue ! 
Till  strangers  love  thy  charming  name, 
And  join  the  sacred  song. 


1 509 


H* 


Glory  to  Jesus.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

ail,  thou  once  despised  Jesus ! 
Hail,  thou  everlasting  King ! 
Thou  didst  suffer  to  release  us  ; 

Thou  didst  free  salvation  bring. 
Hail,  thou  agonizing  Saviour, 

Bearer  of  our  sin  and  shame ! 
By  thy  merits  we  find  favor ; 
Life  is  given  through  thy  name. 

2  Jesus,  hail !  enthroned  in  glory, 

There  forever  to  abide ; 
All  the  heavenly  host  adore  thee, 

Seated  at  thy  Father's  side : 
There  for  sinners  thou  art  pleading, 

There  thou  dost  our  place  prepare ; 
Ever  for  us  interceding, 

Till  in  glory  we  appear. 

3  Worship,  honor,  pow'r  and  blessing, 
j  Thou  art  worthy  to  receive ; 

Loudest  praises,  without  ceasing,* 

Meet  it  is  for  us  to  give : 
Help,  ye  bright  angelic  spirits ! 

Bring  your  sweetest,  noblest  lays ; 
Help  to  sing  our  Saviour's  merits, 

Help  to  chant  Immanuel's  praise  ! 


510 


Christ  Adored.  C.  M. 

Othe  delights,  tmk  heavenly  joys, 
The  glories  of  the  place, 
Where  Jesus  sheds  the  brightest  beams 
Of  his  overflowing  grace] 

2  Princes  to  his  imperial  name 

Bend  their  bright  sceptres  down ; 
Dominions,  thrones,  and  powers  rejoico 
To  see  him  wear  the  crown. 

3  Archangels  sound  his  lofty  praise 

Through  every  heavenly  street; 
And  lay  their  highest  honors  down, 
Submissive,  at  his  feet. 

4  While  angels  shout  and  praise  their  King, 

Let  mortals  learn  their  strains; 
Let  all  the  earth  his  honors  sing, — 
O'er  all  the  earth  he  reigns. 

5  Xow  to  the  Lamb  that  once  was  slain 

Be  endless  blessings  paid: 
Salvation,  glory,  joy  remain 

Forever  on  thy  head  ! 
G  Thou  hast  redeemed  our  souls  with  blood, 

Hast  set  the  prisoners  free ; 
East  made  as  lands  and  priests  to  God, 

And  we  shall  reign  with  thee. 


511 


BEFORE  SERMON. 

Imploring  God? a  Presence.        L.  M. 

Tuv  presence,  gracious  ( lod,  at.' 
Prepare  us  t«>  receive  thy  word; 
N'nw  lei  thy  voioe  engage  our  ear, 

And  faith  be  mix'd  with  what  we  hear. 
1C* 


BEFORE   SERMOX. 


2  Distracting  thoughts  and  cares  remove, 
And  fix  our  hearts  and  hopes  aboYe ; 
With  food  divine  may  we  be  fed, 

And  satisfied  with  living  bread. 

3  To  us  thy  sacred  word  apply, 
With  sovereign  pow'r  and  energy ; 
And  may  we,  in  thy  faith  and  fear, 
Reduce  to  practice  what  we  hear. 

4  Father,  in  us  thy  Son  reveal ; 
Teach  us  to  know  and  do  thy  will ; 
Thy  saving  pow'r  and  love  display, 
And  guide  us  to  the  realms  of  day. 


512 


J513 


A  Hymn  before  Sermon.  C.  M 

IN  thy  great  name,  0  Lord,  we  come, 
To  worship  at  thy  feet ; 
0,  pour  thy  Holy  Spirit  down 
On  all  that  now  shall  meet. 

2  We  come  to  hear  Jehovah  speak, 

To  hear  the  Saviour's  voice  ; 
Thy  face  and  favor,  Lord,  we  seek ; 
Now  make  our  hearts  rejoice. 

3  Teach  us  to  pray  and  praise,  and  hear, 

And  understand  thy  word ; 
To  feel  thy  blissful  presence  near, 
And  trust  our  living  Lord. 

4  Let  sinners  now  thy  goodness  prove, 

And  saints  rejoice  in  thee  ; 
Let  rebels  be  subdued  by  love, 
And  to  the  Saviour  flee. 

Invoking  God's  Blessing.  C.  M. 

Within  thy  house,  0  Lord  our  God, 
In  majesty  appear; 
Make  this  a  place  of  thine  abode, 
And  shed  thy  blessings  here. 


BEFORE   SERMON. 


2  As  we  thy  m<  -urround, 

Thy  Spirit,  Lord,  impart; 
And  let  thy  gospel's  joyful  sound 
With  pow'r  reach  every  heart. 

3  Here  let  the  blind  their  sight  obtain  ; 

Here  give  the  mourner  rest ; 
Let  Jesus  here  triumphant  reign, 
Enthron'd  in  every  breast. 

4  Here  let  the  voice  of  sacred  joy 

And  fervent  prayer  arise, 
Till  higher  strains  our  tongues  employ 
In  bliss  bevond  the  skies. 


514 


515 


A  Blessing  Asked  for.  C. 

Once  more  we  lift  our  hearts  to  God, 
Once  more  his  blessing  ask; 
0  may  not  duty  seem  a  load, 
Nor  worship  prove  a  task ! 

2  Father,  thy  quickening  Spirit  send 

From  heaven,  in  Jesus'  name ; 
To  make  our  waiting  minds  attend, 
And  put  our  souls  in  frame. 

3  May  we  receive  the  word  we  hear, 

Each  in  an  honest  heart; 
And  keep  the  precious  treasure  there. 
And  never  with  it  part. 

4  To  seek  thee  all  our  hearts  dispose, 

To  each  thy  blessing  suit; 
And  let  the  seed  thy  servant  sows 
Produce  a  plenteous  fruit. 


M. 


Prayer  for  a  Quickening* 

OLord,  our  languid  souls  inspire 
Ynr  liciv  W€  trust  thou  art ! 
Send  down  a  coal  of  h.'av'nly  fire, 
To  warm  each  waiting  heart. 


SL„ 


C.  M. 


P344 


BEFORE   SERMON. 


2  May  we  in  faith  receive  thy  word, 

In  faith  present  our  pray'rs ; 
And  in  the  presence  of  our  Lord, 
Unbosom  all  our  cares. 

3  And  may  the  gospel's  joyful  sound, 

Enforced  by  mighty  grace, 

Awaken  many  sinners  'round 

To  come  and  fill  the  place. 


516 


517 


Spiritual  Improvement.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

In  thy  name,  0  Lord,  assembling, 
We,  thy  children,  now  draw  near ; 
Teach  us  to  rejoice  with  trembling; 
Speak,  and  let  thy  servants  hear, — 
Hear  with  meekness, — 
Hear  thy  word  with  godly  fear. 

While  our  days  on  earth  are  lengthened, 
May  we  give  them,  Lord,  to  thee  ; 

Cheered  by  hope,  and  daily  strengthened, 
We  would  run,  nor  weary  be, 
Till  thy  glory, 

Without  clouds,  in  heaven  we  see. 

There,  in  worship  purer,  sweeter, 

All  thy  people  shall  adore, 
Tasting  of  enjoyment  greater 

Than  they  could  conceive  before, — 
Full  enjoyment, — 
Holy  bliss,  for  evermore. 

Sinners  Entreated  to  Hear.  M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Sinners,  will  you  scorn  the  message, 
Sent  in  mercy  from  above  ? 
Every  sentence,  0  how  tender ! 
Every  line  is  full  of  love : 

Listen  to  it — 
Every  line  is  full  of  love. 


BEFORE  SERMON.  345  * 



2  Hoar  the  heralds  of  the  gospel 

News  from  /ion's  Kino;  proclaim, 
To  each  rebel  sinner,  ''Pardon, 
Free  forgiveness  in  his  name:" 

How  important  ! 
Free  forgiveness  in  his  name! 

3  Who  hath  our  report  believed? 

Who  received  the  joyful  word? 
Who  embraced  the  news  of  pardon, 
Offered  to  you  by  the  Lord  ? 

Can  you  slight  it — 
Offered  to  you  by  the  Lord? 

4  0,  ye  angels,  hovering  'round  us, 

Waiting  spirits,  speed  your  way; 
Hasten  to  the  court  of  heaven, 
Tidings  bear  without  delay : 

Rebel  sinners 
(Had  the  message  will  obey. 

«JlvJ    Prayer  for  the  Success  of  the  Word.  CM. 

Come,  0  thou  all  victorious  Lord, 
Thy  pow'r  to  us  make  known, 
Strike  with  the  hammer  of  thy  word, 
And  break  these  hearts  of  stone. 

2  Speak  with  the  voice  which  wakes  the  dead. 

And  bids  the  sleeper  rise. 
And  Let  each  guilty  conscience  dread 
The  death  that  never  di< 

3  To  them  a  sense  of  guilt  impart, 

And  then  remove  the  Load, 

Quicken,  and  wash  the  troubled  heart 
In  thine  atoning  blood. 

4  Their  desperate  state  through  sin  declare 

And  speak  then-  sins  forgiv'n; 

P>v  daily  growth  in  gra<-.»  prepare, 
Then  take  them  up  to  heav'n. 


346  AFTER   SERMON. 

AFTER  SERMON. 

Oiy  The  Seed  of  the  Word.  C.  M. 

Almighty  God,  thy  word  is  cast 
Like  seed,  into  the  ground: 
Now  let  the  dew  of  heaven  descend, 
And  righteous  fruits  abound. 

2  Let  not  the  foe  of  Christ  and  man 

This  holy  seed  remove ; 
But  give  it  root  in  every  heart, 
To  bring  forth  fruits  of  love. 

3  Let  not  the  world's  deceitful  cares 

The  rising  plant  destroy ; 
But  let  it  yield  a  hundred-fold, 
The  fruits  of  peace  and  joy. 

4  Oft  as  the  precious  seed  is  sown, 

Thy  quickening  grace  bestow; 
That  all,  whose  souls  the  truth  receive, 
Its  saving  power  may  know. 


520 


God's  Increase  Prayed  for.  C.  M. 

\Tow,  Lord,  the  heavenly  seed  is  sown ; 
ii   Be  it  thy  servant's  care, 
Thy  heavenly  blessings  to  bring  down, 
By  humble,  fervent  pray'r. 

2  In  vain  we  plant  without  thine  aid, 

And  water  too  in  vain ; 
Lord  of  the  harvest,  God  of  grace, 
Send  down  thy  heavenly  rain. 

3  Then  shall  our  cheerful  hearts  and  tongues 

Begin  this  song  divine — 
"  Thou,  Lord,  hast  giv'n  the  rich  increase, 
And  be  the  glory  thine." 


AFTER   SERMON.  84? 

|  dZY       Prayer  for  a  Storing.       M.  8s,  7s  &4. 

Come,  thou  soul-transforming  Spirit, 
Bless  the  sower  and  the  seed  ; 
Let  each  heart  thy  grace  inherit; 
Raise  the  weak,  the  hungry  feed; 

From  the  gospel 
Xow  supply  thy  people's  need. 

2  0,  may  all  enjoy  the  blessing 

Which  thy  word's  designed  to  give; 
Let  us  all,  thy  love  possessing, 
Joyfully  the  truth  receive, 

And  forever 
To  thy  praise  in  glory  live. 

oZZ  God's  Favor  Invoiced,  L.  M. 

Come,  dearest  Lord,  descend  and  dwell, 
By  faith  and  love,  in  every  breast : 
Then  shall  we  know,  and  taste,  and  feel 
The  joys  that  cannot  be  expressed. 

2  Come,  fill  our  hearts  with  inward  strength  ; 
Make  our  enlarging  souls  possess: 

And  learn  the  height,  and  breadth,  and  length 
Of  thine  immeasurable  grace. 

3  Now  to  the  Lord,  whose  power  can  do 
More  than  our  thoughts  and  wishes  know, 
Be  everlasting  honors  done, 

By  all  the  Church,  through  Christ,  his  S<»n. 

u/wO  iv  ton.  C.  M. 

Lord  of  the  han  est,  1 1    i 
Send  down  thy  heavenly  rain: 
Id  vain  we  plant  without  thine  aid, 

And  water  feOO  in  vain. 


3  348     ALMS-DEEDS 


AND   COLLECTIONS. 


May  no  vain  thoughts,  those  birds  of  prey, 

Defraud  us  of  our  gain ; 
Nor  anxious  cares,  those  baleful  thorns, 

Choke  up  the  precious  grain. 
Ne'er  may  our  hearts  be  like  the  rock, 

Where  but  the  blade  can  spring, 
Which,  scorched  with  heat,  becomes  by  noon 

A  dead, — a  useless  thing. 
Let  not  the  joys  thy  gospel  gives, 

A  transient  rapture  prove ; 
Nor  may  the  world,  by  smiles  and  frowns, 

Our  faith  and  hope  remove. 
But  may  our  hearts,  like  fertile  soil, 

Receive  the  heavenly  word ; 
So  shall  our  fair  and  ripened  fruits 

Their  hundred- fold  aiford. 


L.M. 


v&  j:  Praying  for  a  Blessing  on  the  Word. 

Almighty  Father,  bless  the  word, 
Which,  thro'  thy  grace,  we  now  have  heard  ; 
0  may  the  precious  seed  take  root, 
Spring  up,  and  bear  abundant  fruit. 

2  We  praise  thee  for  the  means  of  grace, 
Thus  in  thy  court  to  seek  thy  face ; 
Grant,  Lord,  that  we,  who  worship  here, 
May  all,  at  length,  in  heaven  appear. 


ALMS-DEEDS  AND  COLLECTIONS. 

vAU  Alms  for  the  Poor.  C.  M. 

Father  of  mercies !  send  thy  grace, 
All-powerful  from  above ; 
To  form  in  our  obedient  souls, 
The  image  of  thy  love. 


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M 


ALMS-DEEDS   AND   COLLECTIONS.       349^ 


2  0.  may  our  sympathizing    breast  a 

That  generous  pleasure  know, 

Freely  to  share  in  others'  joy, 

And  weep  for  others'  v. 

3  Whene'er  the  helpless  sons  of  grief 

In  low  distress  are  laid, 
Soft  be  our  hearts  their  pain  to  feel, 
And  swift  our  hands  to  aid. 

4  So  Jesus  look'd  on  dying  man, 

When  throned  above  the  skies; 
And.  'midst  the  glories  of  his  state, 
Felt  his  compassion  rise. 

5  On  wings  of  love  the  Saviour  flew 

To  raise  us  from  the  ground; 
And  shed  the  richest  of  his  blood, 
A  balm  for  every  wound. 

Collection  for  the  Gospel.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 
itii  my  substance  I  will  honor 
My  Redeemer  and  my  Lord; 
Were  ten  thousand  worlds  my  manor, 
All  were  nothing  to  his  word: 

Hallelujah!— 
Now  we  offer  to  the  Lord. 

While  the  heralds  of  salvation 
]\\<  abounding  grace  proclaim, 

Let  his  saints  of  every  station 
Gladlv  join  to  spread  his  fame: 

Hallelujah  !— 
Gifts  we  offer  to  his  name. 

May  his  kingdom  be  promoted; 

May  the  world  (he  Saviour  know: 
Be  to  him  these  gifts  devoted, 

F<>r  to  him  my  all  1 
Hallelujah!— 

Run,  ye  heralds,  U)  and  fro. 
ID 


w. 


J» 


ALMS-DEEDS   AND   COLLECTIONS. 

4  Praise  the  Saviour,  all  ye  nations ; 
Praise  him,  all  ye  hosts  above ; 
Shout  with  joyful  acclamations 
His  divine,  victorious  love: 

Hallelujah! — 
By  this  gift  our  love  we'll  prove. 


527 


H' 


Relieving  Christ  in  his  Members.     C.  M. 
[igh  on  a  throne  of  light,  0  Lord, 
Dost  thou  exalted  shine ; 
What  can  our  poverty  bestow, 
Since  all  the  world  is  thine? 

2  But  thou  hast  brethren  here  below, 

Partakers  of  thy  grace, 
Whose  humble  names  thou  wilt  confess 
Before  thy  Father's  face. 

3  In  them  mayst  thou  be  cloth'd  and  fed, 

And  visited  and  cheer'd ; 
And,  in  their  accents  of  distress, 
The  Saviour's  voice  be  heard. 

4  Whate'er  our  willing  hands  can  give, 

Lord,  at  thy  feet  we  lay ; 
Grace  will  the  humble  gift  receive, 
And  grace  at  length  repay. 

&^0  Christian  Liberality.  C.  M. 

>icn  are  the  joys  that  cannot  die, 
With  God  laid  up  in  store ; 
Treasures  beyond  the  changing  sky, 
Brighter  than  golden  ore. 

2  The  seeds  which  piety  and  love, 
Have  scattered  here  below, 

In  the  fair,  fertile  fields  above, 
To  ample  harvest  grow. 

3  The  mite  my  willing  hands  can  give, 
At  Jesus'  feet  I  lay ; 

Grace  shall  the  humble  gift  receive, 
Abounding  grace  repay. 


R' 


ALMS-DEEDS    AND    COLLECTIONS.      351 

&w  Reliance  on  God.  C.  M. 

How  ran  I  sink  with  such  a  prop 
As  my  eternal  God, 
Who  bears  the  earth's  huge  pillars  up, 
And  spreads  the  heavens  abroad  ? 

2  How  can  I  die  while  Jesus  lives, 

Who  rose  and  left  the  dead? 
Pardon  and  grace  my  soul  receives 
From  my  exalted  Head. 

3  All  that  I  am,  and  all  I  have, 

Shall  be  forever  thine  ; 
Whate'er  my  duty  bids  me  give, 
My  cheerful  hands  resign. 

4  Yet,  if  I  might  make  some  reserve, 

And  duty  did  not  call, 
I  love  my  God  with  zeal  so  great, 
That  I  should  give  him  all. 


530, 


More  Blessed  to  Give  than  Receive.  L.  M. 

Help  us,  0  Lord,  thy  yoke  to  wear, 
Delighting  in  thy  perfect  will : 
Each  others  burdens  learn  to  bear, 
And  thus  the  law  of  love  fulfil. 

2  He  that  hath  pity  on  the  poor, 
Lendeth  his  substance  to  the  Lord; 
And,  lo!  his  recompense  is  sure, 
For  more  than  all  shall  be  restorM. 

3  Teach  us,  with  glad,  ungrudging  heart, 
As  thou  hast  blest  our  various  Btore, 
From  our  abundance  to  impart 

A  lib'ral  portion  to  the  poor. 

4  To  thee  our  all  devoted  be, 

In  whom  we  hrcath<\  and  move,  and  live; 
Freely  we  bave  receiVd  from  thee  ; 
Freely  may  we  rejoic 


BAPTISM. 


5  And  while  we  thus  obey  thy  word, 
And  every  call  of  want  relieve, 
0,  may  we  find  it,  gracious  Lord, 
More  blest  to  give  than  to  receive  ! 


531 


Kindness  to  the  Poor.   H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Grace  shall  our  souls  inspire 
With  holy  love  to  all : 
Nor  let  us  ever  tire 

Where  want  and  duty  call ; 
0,  let  it  ne'er  be  said  again, 
"What  do  ye  more  than  other  men?" 

The  wretched  we  would  seek, 

The  naked  we  would  clothe ; 
The  mists  of  folly  break, 
With  sacred  light  and  love ; 
The  mourner  cheer,  the  hungry  feed, 
And  for  the  poor  and  needy  plead. 

The  promise  we  receive 

Will  amply  then  repay 
The  mite  we  freely  give 
Lord,  to  the  poor,  to-day : 
Accept  the  offering  we  impart — 
The  tribute  of  a  grateful  heart. 


532 


BAPTISM. 

Christ  our  Exemplar. 

Jesus  the  cross  for  me  endur'd, 
And  all  its  shame  despised ; — 
And  shall  I  be  ashamed,  0  Lord, 
With  thee  to  be  baptized  ? 


CM. 


r_r-  ~^>^%/>^\,  '~^-s\ 


BAPTISM. 


^1*53^ 


2  Didst  thou  the  great  example  lead, 

In  Jordan's  swelling  flood? 
And  shall  my  pride  disdain  the  deed, 
That's  worthy  of  my  God? 

3  0  Lord,  the  ardor  of  thy  love 

Reproves  my  cold  delays; 
And  now  my  willing  footsteps  move 
In  thy  delightful  ways. 


533 


Buried  by  Baptism.        M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Thou  hast  said,  exalted  Jesus, 
"Take  thy  cross  and  follow  me;" 
Shall  the  word  with  terror  seize  us? 
Shall  we  from  the  burden  flee? 

Lord,  Til  take  it, 
And,  rejoicing,  follow  thee. 

2  While  this  liquid  tomb  surveying, 

Emblem  of  my  Saviour's  grave, 
Shall  I  shun  its  brink,  betraying 
Feelings  worthy  of  a  slave? 

No!  I'll  enter: 
Jesus  entered  Jordan's  wave. 

3  Blessed  sign  which  thus  reminds  me, 

8     ionr,  of  thy  love  for  me  ! 
But  more  blest  the  love  that  binds  me, 
In  its  deathless  bonds  to  thee: 

0  what  pleasure, 
Buried  with  my  Lord  to  be! 

4  Should  it  rend  some  fond  connection, 

Should  I  suffer  Bhame  or  loss, 
Still  the  fragrant.  Meet  reflection, 

I  have  been  where  Jesus  vraa, 
AVill  revive  me, 

When  I  faint  beneath  the  eross. 
id-  23 


F354 


BAPTISM. 


5  Fellowship  with  him  possessing, 
Let  me  die  to  earth  and  sin ; 
Let  me  rise  V  enjoy  the  blessing 
Which  the  faithful  soul  shall  win ; 
May  I  ever 
Follow  where  my  Lord  has  been. 


534 


Teach  and  Baptize.  L.  M. 

JrriwAS  the  commission  of  our  Lord, 

1   "Go,  teach  the  nations,  and  baptize \" 
The  nations  have  received  the  word, 
Since  he  ascended  to  the  skies. 

2  He  sits  upon  th'  eternal  hills, 
With  grace  and  pardon  in  his  hands, 
And  sends  his  covenant  with  the  seals, 
To  bless  the  distant  heathen  lands. 

3  "Repent  and  be  baptized,"  he  saith, 
In  token  of  forgiven  sins ; M 

And  thus  our  sense  assists  our  faith, 
And  shows  us  what  the  gospel  means. 

4  Hence,  we  engage  ourselves  to  thee, 
And  seal  our  cov'nant  with  the  Lord ; 
0  may  the  great  eternal  Three 

In  heaven  our  solemn  vows  record. 


535 


Buried  with  Him  by  Baptism.       L.  M. 


Jesus,  we  come  at  thy  command, 
Now  on  the  water's  brink  we  stand, 
Ready  to  walk  into  the  wave, 
A  lively  emblem  of  the  grave. 

2  Let  neither  shame,  nor  fear,  nor  pride 
Divert  our  steady  feet  aside  ; 
;Tisby  appointment,  in  thy  name, 
We  venture  down  into  the  stream. 


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BAPTISM. 


365 


3  Lord  of  the  universe!   look  <lown, 
And  make  thy  great  salvation  known: 
Teach  every   christian  to  obey, 
And  follow  Jesus  in  "thy  way." 

OOD  Folloviivj  Christ.  C.  M. 

Buried  beneath  the  yielding  wave 
The  great  .Redeemer  lies ; 
Faith  views  him  in  the  watery  grave, 
And  thence  beholds  him  rise. 

2  Thus  do  his  willing  saints,  to-day. 

Their  ardent  zeal  express, 
And,  in  the  Lord's  appointed  way, 
Fulfil  all  righteousness. 

3  With  joy  we  in  his  footsteps  tread, 

And  would  his  cause  maintain, — 
Like  him  be  numbered  with  the  dead, 
And  with  him  rise  and  reign. 

4  His  presence  oft  revives  our  hearts, 

And  drives  our  fears  away ; 
When  he  commands',  and  strength  imparts. 
We  cheerfully  obey. 

5  Now  we,  blest  Saviour,  would  to  thee 

Our  grateful  voices  raise ; 
Washed  in  the  fountain  of  thy  blood, 
Our  lives  shall  all  be  praise. 

537 


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L 


Baptis-m  into  Christ. 
1A/ITH  willing  hearts  we 

1  V     The  path  the  Saviour  trod; 

We  lore  th'  example  of  our  Read, 

The  glorious  Lamb  of  God. 

On  thee,  on  thee  alone, 
Our  hope  and  faith  rely, 
0  thou  who  didft  for  sin  at 
Who  didst  i'"r  Burners  die- 


S.  M. 


356  BAPTISM. 


!538 


3       We  trust  thy  sacrifice ; 
To  thy  dear  cross  we  flee ; 
0,  may  we  die  to  sin,  and  rise 
To  life  and  bliss  in  thee. 

Baptism  of  a  Young  Convert.  M.  7s&6s. 

I  am  but  a  young  convert, 
Who  lately  did  profess  ; 
I've  just  received  my  bounty, 

Likewise  my  martial  dress ; 
I'll  wear  the  badge  of  honor, 

And  fight  for  Christ,  my  Lord. 
Fll  follow  his  example, 
And  keep  his  holy  word. 

'Tis  down  into  the  water 

That  we  young  converts  go, 
To  serve  our  Lord  and  Master 

In  righteous  acts  below ; 
We  lay  our  mortal  bodies 

Beneath  the  yielding  wave, 
An   emblem  of  our  Saviour, 

When  he  lay  in  the  grave. 

Christian  Baptism.  M.  7s.  i 


539 


Christians,  if  your  hearts  be  warm, 
Ice  and  snow  can  do  no  harm ; 
If  by  Jesus  you're  apprized, 
Rise,  believe  and  be  baptized. 

2  Jesus  drank  the  gall  for  you, 
Bore  the  curse  to  mortals  due  ; 
Christians, prove  your  love  to  him  ; 
Never  fear  the  frozen  stream. 

3  Never  tilmn  the  Saviour's  cross ; 
All  on  earth  is  worthless  dross ; 
If  the  Saviour's  love  you  feel, 
Let  the  world  behold  your  zeal. 


BAPTISM. 


4  Read  his  sacred  ward  by  dfry, 
Eves  watching,  always  pray; 
Meditate  his  law  by  night ; 

This  will  give  yon  groat  delight. 


540 


Confession  of  Christ  in  Baptism.   C.  M. 
UDRocLAiM,;;said  Christ,  "my  Father's  grace, 

I    To  all  the  sons  of  men ; 
He  who  believes  and  is  baptiz'd, 
Salvation  shall  obtain." 

2  Let  plenteous  grace  descend  on  these, 

Who,  trusting  in  his  word, 
Are  here  and  openly  declare 
That  Jesus  is  their  Lord. 

3  With  cheerful  feet  may  they  go  on, 

And  run  the  christian  race ; 
In  every  trouble  of  the  way, 
Find  all-sufficient  grace. 

4  And  when  the  awful  message  comes, 

To  call  their  souls  away ; 
May  they  be  found  prepar'd  to  live 
In  realms  of  endless  day. 


541 


Philip  ami  the  Eunuch.  L.  M. 

The  sacred  page  proclaims  abroad 
The  glories  of  the  sovereign  God, 
Whose  providence  and  grace  unite 

To  bring  his  great  decrees  to  light. 

From  Ethiopia's  sun-burnt  plaint, 

Where  sultry  summer  ceaseless  reigns, 
An  eunuch  chief,  of  wealth  and  fame, 
To  worship  in  the  temple  came. 

Returning  home  the  thoughtful  - 

sed  the  deep  pmphrtie  page; 

iu8  read,  as  on  lxk  went, 
But  doubted  whom  the  prophet  meant. 


BAPTISM. 


4  By  heaven's  command,  that  moment  came 
Philip,  a  follower  of  the  Lamb : 

Him  the  enquiring  prince  receiv'd, 
And  all  the  words  he  spake,  believ'd. 

5  Then,  of  his  duty  well  apprised, 
The  eunuch  wished  to  be  baptized: — 
A  silver  stream  ran  full  in  sight — 
He  asks,  and  soon  receives  the  rite. 

6  He  journeys  on  without  delay, 
In  Christ  rejoicing  all  the  way, 
And  tells  the  Ethiopian  race 
The  wonders  of  redeeming  grace. 


542 


The  Ancient  Mode  of  Baptism.      M.  7s. 

People  of  the  living  God, 
Walk  the  way  that  Jesus  trod : — 
Down  into  the  water  go ; 
Be  baptized  your  faith  to  show. 

2  Faith  without  good  works  is  dead, 
As  the  Lord  himself  hath  said ; 
Therefore  rise  and  be  immers'd, 
As  believers  were  at  first. 

3  All  obeyed  in  days  of  old, 
As  you  have  been  often  told : 
And  as  you  can  plainly  read 

In  the  word — the  christian's  creed. 

4  Then  come,  christians — don't  delay ; 
Follow  Christ — his  word  obey ; 
Don't  be  ruled  by  man's  decree, 
When  you  thus  your  duty  see. 

5  0  how  good  it  is  to  tread 
In  the  way  the  Saviour  led ! 
When  baptized  by  John  of  old, 
In  the  stream  of  Jordan  bold. 


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BAPTISM. 


04t>    Salem's  Bright  King.  C.P.  M.  8,8,6,8,8,6. 

Salem's  bright  Kin--,  Jesufi  by  name, 
In  former  time  to  Jordan  came, 
All  righteousness  to  fill; 
Twas  there  the  ancient  Baptist  Btopd, 
Whose  name  was  John,  a  man  of  God, 
To  do  his  Master's  will. 

'2   [Ki\vn  in  old  Jordan's  rolling  stream, 
The  Baptist  led  the  holy  Lamb, 

And  there  did  him  baptize; 
Jehovah  saw  his  darling  Son, 
And  was  well  pleas'd  with  what  he'd  done, 

And  owned  him  from  the  skies. 

3  The  opening  heav'n  anon  complies, 
The  Holy  Ghost  then  quickly  flies 

Down  from  the  courts  above ; 
And  on  the  holy,  heavenly  Lamb, 
The  Spirit  lights  and  does  remain, 

In  shape  like  a  fair  dove. 

4  "This  is  my  Son,"  the  Father  said, 
"Him  all  shall  hear — both  quick  and  dead, 

And  own  him  Lord  of  all." — 
Hark!  'tis  his  voice!  Behold  he  cries: 
"Repent,  believe,  and  be  baptiz'd, 

And  thus  obey  my  call." 

5  Come,  converts,  come,  his  voice  obey, — 
Salem's  great  King  has  mark'd  the  way, 

And  has  a  crown  prepar'd ; 
O  then  arise,  and  give  consent, 
Walk  in  the  v.-iy  that  Jesufl  went, 

And  have  a  great  reward. 

6  Believers,  OQme,  dow  gather  'round, 
And  let  your  joyful  songs  abound, 

With  cheerful  lean-  ;n  ' 


'  360  BAPTISM. 


544 


See — here  is  water,  here  is  room. 
A  loving  Saviour  calling,  Come, 
Ye  converts,  be  baptized. 

Behold  his  servant  waiting  stands, 
With  willing  heart  and  ready  hands, 

To  wait  upon  the  bride ; 
Ye  candidates,  your  hearts  prepare, 
And  let  us  join  in  solemn  pray'r, 

Down  by  the  water  side. 


Repentance — Baptism.    H.  M.  6,6,6,6,i 

Repent,  and  be  baptiz'd, 
Saith  your  redeeming  Lord ; 
Ye  all  are  now  apprised, 

That  His  your  Saviour's  word ; 
Arise,  arise,  without  delay, 
And  his  divine  command  obey. 

2  Come,  ye  believing  train, 

No  more   his  truth  withstand ; 
No  longer  think  it  vain, 

To  honor  God's  command ; 
But  haste,  arise  without  delay, 
And  be  baptized  in  Jesus'  way. 

3  Jesus,  thou  Prince  of  peace, 

To  thy  great  name  we  pray : 
Make  the  converted  race 

Thine  ordinance  obey ; 
0  may  thy  love  their  souls  o'ercome, 
And  draw  them  to  the  liquid  tomb. 

<?40  On  Baptism.       M.  8s,  7s  & 4. 

To  the  flowing  stream  of  Jordan 
Lo !  the  King  of  Zion  came  ; 
There  the  ancient  Baptist  waited, 
To  immerse  the  spotless  Lamb: 

They  descended 
To  the  Saviour's  waterv  tomb. 


FEET-WASHING.  361     \ 


2  Thus  baptiz'd,  the  great  Redeemer 

Show'd  the  way  his  saints  should  tread, 
And  when  rising  from  the  water, 
God  approv'd  and  blest  the  deed, 

And  the  Spirit 
Rested  on  his  sacred  head ! 

3  Come,  then,  ye  who  love  the  Saviour, 

Fear  not  now  to  own  }-our  Lord, 
Joyful  though  the  world  should  scorn  you, 
Follow  Christ,  obey  his  word. 

He'll  defend  you, 
Fear  ye  not  to  follow  him ! 

4  Hear  the  Saviour  saying  to  you, 

From  his  glorious  throne  above, 
Ye  who  trust  in  me  for  pardon, 
By  obedience  show  your  love : 

Be  baptized, 
My  example  shows  the  way. 

5  Lord,  our  hearts  incline  to  follow 

In  the  way  which  thou  didst  tread, 
"We  will  turn  from  every  other, 
While  thy  sacred  word  we  read : 

0,  Redeemer! 
Gladly  now  we'll  follow  thee  ! 


FEET-WASHING. 


Feet-Washing  a  Chinch  Ordinance.  CM.  ; 

I\  Jesus'  name  ones  more  we  meet, 
To  honor  him  who  said  : 

Vc  ought  to  wash  each  other's  feet, 
A-  1  the  wav  have  Led. 

US  aj 


FEET- WASHING. 


2  Then  come,  like  loving  brethren  bound, 

To  tread  the  paths  he  trod ; 
Come,  do  his  will,  and  walk  the  ground, 
Which  leads  to  heav'n  and  God. 

3  Shall  we  forget  the  sacred  rite, 

Our  dying  Lord  ordain'd, 
Upon  that  dark  and  solemn  night, 
When  he,  our  woe-cup  drain'd? 

4  With  words  of  love,  sublime  and  sweet, 

He  cheer'd  each  fainting  heart, 
And  wash'd,  and  wip'd  those  loved  ones'  feet, 
From  whom  he  soon  must  part. 

5  Girded  to  serve  ;  the  Lord  of  all, 

Thus  taught  humility ; 
And  still  his  voice  doth  on  us  call, 
"  Fear  not,  but  follow  me. 

6  If  I,  your  Lord  and  Master,  thought, 

A  servant's  office  meet, 
Be  not  ashamed?  but  know  ye  ought 
To  wash  each  other's  feet." 

7  Yea,  Lord,  we  will  remember  Thee, 

And  keep  this  plain  command ; 
0,  may  our  hearts  obedient  be, 
In  one  united  band. 


547 


Ordinance  of  Washing  Feet.        L.  M. 

When  Jesus  Christ  was  here  below 
He  taught  his  people  what  to  do: 
And  would  we  yield  obedience  meet, 
We  must  descend  to  washing  feet. 

2  For  on  the  night  he  was  betray'd, 
He  for  us  all  a  pattern  laid : 
When,  after  supper,  from  his  seat 
He  rose,  and  washed  his  brethren's  feefc. 


FEET- WAGING.  363  S> 

3  The  Lord,  who  made  the  earth  and  sky, 
Arose,  and  laid  his  garments  by, 
And  washed  their  feet — to  show  that  we 
Should  always  kind  and  humble  be. 

4  He  washed  their  feet,  tho'  they  were  clean ; 
Nor  did  he  mean,  to  cleanse  from  sin ; — 
But  Peter  said,  "It  shall  not  be; 
Thou  shalt  not  stoop  to  washing  me." 

5  Then  Jesus  said,  "If  you  refuse, 
And  will  not  my  instructions  choose, 
Thou  hast  no  part  or  lot  with  me ;" 
Then  Peter  yielded  willingly. 

6  Like  Peter — some  still  disobey: 
" 'Tis  not  essential,"  they  will  say; 
But  such  a  pretext  will  not  stand 
Before  our  Saviour's  plain  command  : — 

7  "You  call  me  Lord,  and  Master  too; 
Then  do,  as  I  have  done  to  you: 
Keep  all  my  words  and  laws,  complete, 
And  prove  your  love,  by  washing  feet. 

8  Ye  shall  be  happy,  if  ye  know 
And  do  these  things,  by  faith,  below  ; 
And  I  will  guide  you,  till  you  die, 
And  then  receive  your  souls  on  high." 


548 


Fed-wasliiiKj  Eryoin  S.  M. 

BEnoLD! — Our  blessed  Lord 
Met  with  his  chosen  band, 
And  said  to  them,  in  act  and  word, 
"  Keep  this,  my  plain  command." 

Ele  laid  his  garments  by, 
Upon  that  doleful  night. 
When  earth  and  hell  combined,  to  try 
Man's  only  hope  to  blight. 


L. 


I     364  FEET-WASHING. 

s        3       Then  did  our  humble  Lord 
With  towel  girded  stand, 
A  basin,  full  of  water  pour;d, 
Held  in  his  sacred  hand ; 

4  And  meekly  bow  him  down, 
As  servant  of  them  all — 

Although  the  heir  to  glory7 s  crown — 
On  whom  the  angels  call ; — 

5  And  lo ! — he  washed  their  feet ! 
And  then  he  wiped  them  dry  ! 

And  taught  them,  thus,  a  lesson  meet, 
Of  deep  humility. 

6  "  Know  ye  what  I  have  done  V' 
Said  he  to  one  and  all ; 

"I  have  to  you  a  pattern  shown, — 
Whom  ye  your  Master  call ; 

7  "  As  I  have  washed  your  feet, 
To  show  my  love  for  you : 

Ye  ought  to  wash  each  other's  feet, 
And  prove  your  friendship,  too. 

8  "  The  servant  must  not  claim 
To  be  above  his  Lord ;" — 

Then,  Lord,  be  this  my  constant  aim, 
To  keep  thy  sacred  word. 


1549 


Christ  our  Example.  L.  M. 

The  Church  of  God  believes  it  right, 
To  think  and  do  as  Jesus  bade, 
When  on  that  dark  and  doleful  night 
He  gave  his  law,  and  plainly  said: — 

2  Mark  the  example  which  I  give ; 
Keep  it,  and  show  your  mutual  love : 
My  precepts  do,  and  you  shall  live, 
In  bliss  below,  and  heaven  above. 


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the  lord's  SIPIM  365  ' 


3  Then,  <lo  we  love  our  brethren  now? 
And  are  we  bound  in  union  sweet? 
If  so,  like  Jesus,  let  us  bow, 

And  let  us  wash  each  other's  feet. 

4  Let  no  one  be  ashamed  of  this, — 
Or,  Peter-like,  turn,  and  say,  no; 
But  as  we  aim  for  heavenly  bliss, 
"We'll  in  our  Master's  footsteps  go. 

5  Xow,  Lord,  we'll  wash  thy  people's  feet, 
And  here  enjoy  their  fond  embrace; 
Each  with  a  kiss  of  friendship  greet; 
And  hope  in  love  to  see  thy  face. 

6  And  then  we'll  feast  on  heavenly  love, 
And  find  our  joys  to  be  complete: 
Yes,  then  we'll  sing  thy  praise  above, 
And  bow,  with  angels,  at  thy  feet. 


THE  LORD'S  SUPPER. 

Do[)        The  Lord's  Supper  Instituted.       L.  M. 

?ThvAs  on  that  dark,  that  doleful  night, 

1   When  powers  of  earth  and  hell  arose 
Against  the  Son  of  God's  delight, 
And  friends  betrayed  him  to  his  foes ; — 

2  Before  the  mournful  scene  began, 

He  took  the  bread,  and  bless'd,  and  brake: 
What  love  through  all  his  actions  ran  ! 
What  wondrous  words  of  grace  he  spake! 

3  "This  is  my  body,  broke  for  lin  : 
Receive  and  eat  the  living  Poo  I 

Then  took  the  cup  and  bleWd  the  wine; 
"'Tis  the  new  covenant  in  mv  blood/1 
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366  the  lord's  supper. 


4  "  Do  this,"  he  cried,  "  till  time  shall  end, 
In  memory  of  your  dying  Friend ; 
Meet  at  my  table,  and  record 

The  love  of  your  departed  Lord." 

5  Jesus,  thy  feast  we  celebrate, 

We  show  thy  death,  we  sing  thy  name, 
Till  thou  return,  and  we  shall  eat 
The  marriage  supper  of  the  Lamb. 


551 


Communion. — 1  Cor.  10 :  16,  17.     S.  M. 

Jesus  invites  his  saints 
To  meet  around  his  board ; 
Here  the  redeemed,  can  sit  and  hold 
Communion  with  their  Lord. 

2  This  holy  bread  and  wine 
Maintain  our  fainting  breath, 

By  union  with  our  living  Lord, 
And  interest  in  his  death. 

3  Our  heavenly  Father  calls 
Christ  and  his  members  one ; 

His  people  children  of  his  love, 
And  Christ  his  first-born  Son. 

4  We  are  but  several  parts 
Of  the  same  broken  bread ; 

One  body  hath  its  several  limbs, 
But  Jesus  is  the  head. 

5  Let  all  our  powers  be  joined, 
His  glorious  name  to  raise ; 

Pleasure  and  love  fill  every  mind, 
And  every  voice  be  praise. 

&  "  This  do  in  Remembrance  of  Me"  C.  M. 
A  ccording  to  thy  gracious  word, 
-A  In  meek  humility, 
This  will  I  do,  my  dying  Lord, 
I  will  remember  thee. 

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2  Thy  body,  broken  for  my  sake, 
My  bread  from  heaven  shall  be; 

Thy  testamental  cup  I  take, 
And  thus  remember  thee. 

3  Gethsemane  can  I  forget? 
Or  there  thy  conflict  see, 

Thy  agony  and  bloody  sweat, 
And  not  remember  thee? 

4  When  to  the  cross  I  turn  my  eyes, 
And  rest  on  Calvary, 

0  Lamb  of  God,  my  sacrifice, 
I  must  remember  thee — 

5  Remember  thee  and  all  thy  pains, 
And  all  thy  love  to  me ; 

Yea,  while  a  breath,  a  pulse  remains, 
Will  I  remember  thee. 

G  And  when  these  failing  lips  grow  dumb, 
And  mind  and  memory  flee, 
When  thou  shalt  in  thy  kingdom  come, 
Jesus,  remember  me. 

j  WO  Can  we  Forget  ?  C.  M. 

esus!  thy  love  shall  we  forget: 
And  never  bring  to  mind 
The  grace  that  paid  our  hopeless  debt, 
And  bade  us  pardon  find? 

Our  sorrows'  and  our  sins  were  laid 

On  thee — alone  on  thee; 
Thy  precious  blood  our  ransom  -paid ; 
Thine  all  the  glory  be. 

'1  Shall  we  thy  life  of  grief  forget, 
Thy  fasting  and  thy  pray'r; 
Thy  locks  with  mountain  vapors  wet, 
ave  us  from  despair? 
Out  sorrows,  <(V. 


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368  the  lord's  supper. 

Gethsemane,  can  we  forget — 
Thy  struggling  agony — 

When  night  lay  dark  on  Olivet, 
And  none  to  watch  with  thee  ? 
Our  sorrows,  <$cc. 

Can  we  the  crown  of  thorns  forget — 
The  buffeting  and  shame ; 

When  hell  thy  sinking  soul  beset, 
And  earth  reviled  thy  name  ? 
Our  sorrows,  dec. 

The  nails,  the  spear  can  we  forget, 

The  agonizing  cry: — 
"My  God!  my  Father  !  wilt  thou  let 

Thy  Son  forsaken  die  ?" 
Our  sorrows,  dec. 

Life's  highest  joys  we  may  forget — 
Our  kindred  cease  to  love  ; 

But  he  who  paid  our  hopeless  debt, 
Our  constancy  shall  prove. 
Our  sorrows,  dec. 


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Humble  Communion.  C.  M. 

Lord,  at  thy  table  we  behold 
The  wonders  of  thy  grace, 
But  most  of  all  admire,  that  we 
Should  find  a  welcome  place  ; — 

2  We,  who  were  all  defiled  with  sin, 

And  rebels  to  our  God ; 
We,  who  have  crucified  thy  Son, 
And  trampled  on  his  blood. 

3  What  strange,  surprising  grace  is  this, 

That  we,  so  lost,  have  room ! 
Jesus  our  weary  souls  invites, 
And  freely  bids  us  come. 


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4  Eat,  0  my  friends,  the  Saviour  cries ; 

The  feast  was  made  for  you: 
For  you  I  groan' d,  and  bled,  and  died, 
And  rose,  and  triumphal  too. 

5  Ye  saints  below,  and  hosts  of  heav'n, 

Join  all  your  sacred  pow'rs : 
No  theme  is  like  redeeming  love; 
No  Saviour  is  like  ours. 

G  Had  I  ten  thousand  hearts,  dear  Lord, 
I'd  give  them  all  to  thee ; 
Had  I  ten  thousand  tongues,  they  all 
Should  join  the  harmony . 

8w       The  Body  and  Blood  of  Christ.     0.  M. 

Here  at  thy  table,  Lord,  we  meet, 
To  feed  on  food  divine : 
Thy  body  is  the  bread  we  eat, 
Thy  precious  blood  the  wine. 

2  Here  peace  and  pardon  sweetly  flow: 

0,  what  delightful  food ! 
We  eat  the  bread,  and  drink  the  wine, 
But  think  on  nobler  good. 

3  Deep  was  the  suffering  he  endur'd 

Upon  th'  accursed  tree  ; 
"For  me,"  each  welcome  guest  may  Bay, 
"  'Twas  all  endured  for  me." 

4  Sure  there  was  never  love  so  free — 

Dear  Saviour,  so  divine: 
Well  thou  mayst  claim  that  heart  of  me. 
Which  owes  so  much  to  thine. 

wO  The  Lord's  Table.  CM. 

The  King  of  heaven  his  table  spreads, 
And  blessings  crown  the  board; 
Not  paradise,  with  all  its  joys, 
Could  such  delight  afford. 

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2  Pardon  and  peace  to  dying  men, 
And  endless  life,  are  given, 
Through  the  rich  blood  that  Jesus  shed 
To  raise  our  souls  to  heaven. 


3  Millions  of  souls,  in  glory  now, 

Were  fed  and  feasted  here ; 
And  millions  more,  still  on  the  way, 
Around  the  board  appear. 

4  All  things  are  ready  ;  come  away, 

Nor  weak  excuses  frame ; 
Crowd  to  your  places  at  the  feast, 
And  bless  the  Master's  name. 

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uu  I  Enjoyment  in  the  Service.        L.  M. 

Far  from  my  thoughts, vain  world,  begone; 
Let  my  religious  hours  alone  ; 
Fain  would  my  eyes  my  Saviour  see  ; 
I  wait  a  visit,  Lord,  from  thee. 

2  0,  warm  my  heart  with  holy  fire, 
And  kindle  there  a  pure  desire  ; 
Come,  sacred  Spirit,  from  above, 
And  fill  my  soul  with  heav'nly  love. 

3  Blest  Saviour,  what  delicious  fare  ! 
How  sweet  thy  entertainments  are  ! 
Ne'er  did  the  angels  taste  above 
Redeeming  grace  and  dying  love. 

4  Hail,  great  Immanuel,  all  divine ! 
In  thee  thy  Father's  glories  shine  ; 
Thy  glorious  name  shall  be  ador'd, 
And  every  tongue  confess  thee  Lord. 

vUO  The  Last  Scenes.  L.  M. 

'HHwas  on  that  night,  whendoom'd  to  know 

1    The  eager  rage  of  every  foe, 
That  night,  in  which  he  was  betray'd, 


The  Saviour  of  the  world  took  bread ; 


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2  And,  after  thanks  and  glory  giv'n 

To  him  that  rules  in  earth  and  heav'n, 
That  symbol  of  his  flesh  he  broke, 
And  thus  to  all  his  followers  spoke: 

3  My  broken  body  thus  I  give 

To  you,  my  friends;  take,  eat,  and  live; 

And  oft  the  sacred  feast  renew, 

That  brings  my  wondrous  love  to  view. 

4  Then  in  his  hands  the  cup  he  rais'd, 
And  God  anew  he  thank'd  and  prais'd ; 
While  kindness  in  his  bosom  glow'd, 
And  from  his  lips  salvation  flow'd. 

5  My  blood  I  thus  pour  forth,  he  cries, 
To  cleanse  the  soul  in  sin  that  lies ; 
In  this  the  covenant  is  seal'd, 

And  heaven's  eternal  grace  reveaPd. 

6  This  cup  is  fraught  with  love  to  men ; 
Let  all  partake  who  love  my  name; 
Through  latest  ages  let  it  pour 

In  memory  of  my  dying  hour. 

doo     Coming  to  the  TabU  of  the  Lord.    C.  M. 

Let  vain  pursuits  and  vain  desires 
Be  banished  from  the  heart, 
The  Saviour's  love  fill  every  breast, 
And  light  and  life  impart. 

2  He  knew  how  frail  our  nature  is, 

Our  souls  how  apt  to  stray: 
How  much  we  need  \\\<  gracious  help 
To  keep  us  in  the  way. 

3  These  faithful  pledges  of  his  love 

His  mercy  did  ordain, 
To  bring  refreshment  t<>  onr  souls, 
And  faith  and  hope  sustain. 


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4  Since  such  his  condescending  grace, 

Let  us  with  hearts  sincere, 
Obedient  to  his  holy  will, 
To  this  dear  feast  draw  near. 

5  And  while  we  join  to  celebrate 

The  sufferings  of  our  Lord, 
May  we  receive  new  grace  and  power, 
To  keep  his  holy  word. 


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A  Communion  Hymn.  S.  M. 

Ofor  a  prophet's  fire  ! 
0  for  an  angel's  tongue! 
To  speak  the  mighty  love  of  Him 
Who  on  the  cross  was  hung. 

In  vain  our  hearts  attempt, 
In  language  meet,  to  tell 
How  through  a  thousand  sorrows  burned 
That  flame  unquenchable. 

Yet  would  we  praise  that  love, 
Beyond  expression  dear : 
Come,  gather  round  this  table,  then, 
And  celebrate  it  here. 

These  symbols  of  his  death, 
0,  with  what  power  they  speak ! 
Prophetic  lips  and  angels'  lyres, 
Compared  with  these,  are  weak. 

And  shall  they  plead  in  vain 
With  our  forgetful  souls  ? 
Forbid  it,  Lord,  while  through  our  veins 
The  vital  current  rolls. 

The  Gospel  Feast.  C.  M. 

How  sweet  and  awful  is  the  place, 
With  Christ  within  the  doors, 
While  everlasting  Love  displays 
The  choicest  of  her  stores. 


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2  While  all  our  hearts,  and  every  song, 
Join  to  admire  the  feast, 
Each  of  us  ones,  with  thankful  tongue, 
"Lord,  why  was  I  a  guest? 

8  Why  was  I  made  to  hear  thy  voice, 
And  enter  while  there's  room, 
When  thousands  make  a  wretched  choice, 
And  rather  starve  than  come?" 

4  'I was  the  same  love  that  spread  the  feast 

That  sweetly  forced  us  in, 
Else  we  had  still  refused  to  taste, 
And  perish/ d  in  our  sin. 

5  Pity  the  nations,  0  our  God  ; 

Constrain  the  earth  to  come ; 
Send  thy  victorious  word  abroad, 
And  bring  the  strangers  home. 

6  We  long  to  see  thy  churches  full, 

That  all  the  chosen  race 
May,  with  one  voice,  and  heart,  and  soul, 
Sing  thy  redeeming  grace. 


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Hymn  after  the  Lord's  Supper.      S.  M. 

Now  let  each  happy  guest 
The  sacred  concert  raise, 
To  close  the  honors  of  the  feast, 
And  sing  the  Master's  praise. 

His  precepts,  how  divine! 
How  suited  to  our  state! 
How  bright  his  acts  of  mercy  shine! 
His  promises  how  great! 

This  holy  bread  and  wine 

Maintain  our  fainting  bri 

By  union  with  our  Living  Lord, 

And  interest  in  his  death. 

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Let  all  our  pow'rs  be  joined 
His  glorious  name  to  raise  ; 
Let  holy  love  fill  every  mind, 
And  every  voice  be  praise. 


C.  M. 


New  Commandment. 

Ye  followers  of  the  Prince  of  peace, 
"Who  'round  his  table  draw, 
Remember  what  his  spirit  was, 
What  his  peculiar  law. 

2  The  love  which  all  his  bosom  filPd 

Did  all  his  actions  guide ; 
Inspired  by  love,  he  lived  and  taught ; 
Inspired  by  love,  he  died. 

3  Let  each  the  sacred  law  fulfil ; 

Like  his  be  every  mind ; 
Be  every  temper  formed  by  love, 
And  every  action  kind. 

4  Let  none  who  call  themselves  his  friends 

Disgrace  the  honored  name, 

But  by  a  near  resemblance  prove 

The  title  which  they  claim. 


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Commu  nicantfs  Fa  ith,  Hope  and  Love.  C. 

The  rich  memorials  of  thy  grief, 
The  sufferings  of  thy  death, 
We  come,  blest  Saviour,  to  receive — 
But  would  receive  with  faith. 

I  The  tokens  sent  us,  to  relieve 

Our  spirits  when  they  droop, 
We  come,  blest  Saviour,  to  receive, 

But  would  receive  with  hope. 
The  pledges  thou  wast  pleas'd  to  leave, 

Our  mournful  minds  to  move, 
We  come,  blest  Saviour,  to  receive — 

But  would  receive  with  love. 


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4  Here,  in  obedience  to  thy  word, 

We  take  the  bread  and  wine  ; 
The  utmost  we  can  do,  blest  Lord, 
For  all  beyond  is  thine. 

5  Increase  our  faith,  and  hope,  and  love ; 

Lord,  give  us  all  that's  good: 
We  would  thy  full  salvation  prove, 
And  share  thy  flesh  and  blood. 


THE  CHEISTIAN. 

&W  The  Christian  Character.  L.  M. 

The  christian  knows  his  God  aright, 
And  worships  him  with  strong  delight ; 
He's  taught  of  God,  and  truly  wise — 
Still  sets  the  Lord  before  his  eyes. 

2  The  christian  hates  his  every  sin — 
Evils  external  or  within ; 
And  with  an  humble,  contrite  heart, 
From  all  that's  sinful  doth  depart. 

3  The  christian  has  a  faith  divine, 
And  doth  to  faith  obedience  join  ; 
Believes  the  truth,  the  truth  obeys, 
And  always  walks  in  holy  ways. 

4  The  christian  is  a  man  of  God — 
He  takes  the  pure,  the  heavenly  road ; 
All  his  affections  rise  above, 
And  all  his  heart  is  full  of  love. 

5  The  christian  shines  with  lustre  bright: 
His  understanding's  full  of  light; 
T<>  -iV-us  Christ  he's  wholly  given, 
And  is  indeed  a  form  of  heaven. 

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6  To  thee,  0  Lord,  my  soul  aspires, 
And  kindles  with  seraphic  fires; 
The  real  christian  I  would  be, 
And  live  conformed  to  heav'n  and  thee. 


566 


The  Christian's  Happy  State.        CM. 

How  happy  is  the  christian's  state ! 
His  sins  are  all  forgiv'n ; 
A  cheering  ray  confirms  the  grace, 
And  lifts  his  hopes  to  heav'n. 

2  Though  in  the  rugged  path  of  life 

He  heaves  the  pensive  sigh ; 
Yet,  trusting  in  his  God,  he  finds 
Delivering  grace  is  nigh. 

3  If,  to  prevent  his  wandering  steps, 

He  feels  the  chastening  rod, 
The  gentle  stroke  shall  bring  him  back 
To  his  forgiving  God. 

4  And  when  the  welcome  message  comes 

To  call  his  soul  away, 
His  soul  in  raptures  shall  ascend 
To  everlasting  day. 


567 


Living  to  Christ.  L.  M. 

My  gracious  Lord,  I  own  thy  right 
To  every  service  I  can  pay, 
And  call  it  my  supreme  delight 
To  hear  thy  dictates  and  obey. 

I  would  not  breathe  for  worldly  joy, 
Or  to  increase  my  worldly  good, 
Nor  future  days  nor  powers  employ 
To  spread  a  sounding  name  abroad. 

;Tis  to  my  Saviour  I  would  live ; 
To  him  who  for  my  ransom  died ; 
Nor  could  all  worldly  honor  give 
Such  bliss  as  crowns  me  at  his  side. 


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THE    CHRISTIAN.  ii,  j 

4  His  work  my  hoary  ago  shall  bless 
When  yxrathraJ  vigor  is  do  more, 
And  my  last  hour  of  lifl 

His  saving  love,  his  glorious  power. 

Communion  with  God.  L.  M. 

Tn.\T  I  could  forever  dwell 
With  Mary  at  my  Saviour's  feet, 
And  view  the  form  I  love  so  well, 
And  all  his  tender  words  repeat ! 

2  The  world  shut  out  from  all  my  soul, 
And  heav'n  brought  in  with  all  it  bliss; 
0,  is  there  aught  from  pole  to  pole, 
One  momeftt  to  compare  with  this  ? 

3  This  is  the  hidden  life  I  prize, 
A  life  of  pure  and  filial  love, — 
"When  most  my  follies  I  despise, 
And  raise  the  highest  thoughts  above. 

4  Thus  would  I  live,  till  nature  fail, 
And  all  my  former  sins  forsake; 
Then  rise  to  God  within  the  veil, 
And  of  eternal  joys  partake. 

tf\)o   Christian's  Blessedness  and  Glory,  M.7s. 
TXTho  is  as  the  christian  great? 
T  t   Bought,  and  wash'd  with  sacred  blood, 
Crowns  he  sees  beneath  his  feet — 
Soars  aloft  and  walks  with  God. 

2  Who  is  as  the  christian  wise? 
He  his  nought  for  all  hath  giv'n. 
Bought  the  pearl  of  greatest  price, 
Nobly  barter'd  earth  for  heav'n. 

3  Who  i<  m  the  christian  blet 

lb-  hath  found  the  long-eoogbft  stone, 

lb*  tfi  joinM  to  Christ, hi- 
ll e  and  happiness  are  one. 
IF* 


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4  Earth  and  heav'n  together  meet, 
Gifts  in  him  and  graces  join, 
Make  the  character  complete, 
All  immortal,  all  divine. 

5  Lo!  his  clothing  is  the  sun, 
The  bright  Sun  of  righteousness, 
He  hath  put  salvation  on, 
Jesus  is  his  beauteous  dress. 

6  Lo!  he  feeds  on  living  bread, 
Drinks  the  fountain  from  above, 
Leans  on  Jesus'  breast  his  head ; 
Feasts  forever  on  his  love. 

7  Angels  here  his  servants  are, 
Spread  for  him  their  golden  wings, 
To  his  throne  of  glory  bear, 

Seat  him  by  the  King  of  kings. 


570 


Not  Ashamed  of  Jesus. 


L.M. 


Jesus,  and  shall  it  ever  be, 
A  mortal  man  ashamed  of  thee? 
Ashamed  of  thee,  whom  angels  praise, 
Whose  glories  shine  through  endless  days  ? 

2  Ashamed  of  Jesus  !  sooner  far 
Let  evening  blush  to  own  a  star : 
He  sheds  the  beams  of  light  divine 
O'er  this  benighted  soul  of  mine. 

3  Ashamed  of  Jesus !  that  dear  Friend, 
On  whom  my  hopes  of  heaven  depend ! 
No;  when  I  blush,  be  this  my  shame, 
That  I  no  more  revere  his  name. 

4  Ashamed  of  Jesus  !  yes,  I  may, 
When  I've  no  guilt  to  wash  away : 
No  tear  to  wipe,  no  good  to  crave  ; 
No  fear  to  quell,  no  soul  to  save. 


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5  Till  then — nor  is  my  boasting  vain — 
Till  then  I  boast  a  Saviour  slain ! 
And  0,  may  this  my  glory  be, 
That  Christ  is  not  ashamed  of  me ! 


571 


Rejoicing.        P.  M.  6,6,6,3,6,0,0,0,0,; 

How  precious  is  the  name ! 
Brethren,  sing — brethren,  sing; 
How  precious  is  the  name! 

Brethren,  sing : — 
How  precious  is  the  name 
Of  Christ,  the  paschal  Lamb ! 
Who  bore  our  guilt  and  shame 

On  the  tree — on  the  tree  ; 
"Who  bore  our  guilt  and  shame 

On  the  tree. 

2  I've  given  all  for  Christ : 

He's  my  all — he's  my  all ;  &c. 
I've  given  all  for  Christ, 
And  my  spirit  cannot  rest, 
Unless  he's  in  my  breast, 

Reigning  there — reigning  there,  &c. 

3  His  easy  yoke  I'll  bear 

With  delight— with  delight ;  &c. 
His  easy  yoke  I'll  bear, 
And  his  cross  I  will  not  fear ; 
His  name  I  will  declare, 

Ever  more — ever  more,  &c. 

4  And  when  we  all  get  home, 

We  will  sing — we  will  sing;  &c. 
And  when  wo  nil  get  home, 
Around  our  Father's  throne, 
And  myriad*  join  the  theme, 

We'll  sing  on — we'll  sing  on,  &c. 


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CHRISTIAN   EXPERIENCE. 


CHRISTIAN  EXPERIENCE. 


572 


Joy  in  God.— Vs.  73 :  25.  C.  M. 

My  God,  my  portion,  and  my  love, 
My  everlasting  all, 
I've  none  but  thee  in  heaven  above, 
Or  on  this  earthly  ball. 

2  What  empty  things  are  all  the  skies, 

And  this  inferior  clod ! 
There's  nothing  here  deserves  my  joys, 
There's  nothing  like  my  God. 

3  In  vain  the  bright,  the  burning  sun 

Scatters  his  feeble  light; 
;Tis  thy  sweet  beams  create  my  noon, 
If  thou  withdraw,  'tis  night. 

4  How  vain  a  toy  is  glittering  wealth, 

If  once  compared  to  thee ! 
Or  what's  my  safety,  or  my  health, 
Or  all  my  friends  to  me  ? 

5  Were  I  possessor  of  the  earth, 

And  call'd  the  stars  my  own, 
Without  thy  graces  and  thyself, 
I  were  a  wretch  undone. 

6  Let  others  stretch  their  arms  like  seas, 

And  grasp  in  all  the  shore ; 
Grant  me  the  visits  of  thy  face, 
And  I  desire  no  more. 


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God  my  Delight. 

My  God,  permit  my  tongue 
This  joy,  to  call  thee  mine  ; 
And  let  my  early  cries  prevail, 
To  taste  thy  love  divine. 


S.M. 


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My  thirsty,  fainting  soul 

Thy  mercy  docs  implore: 

Nor  travelers  in  desert  lands 

Can  pant  for  water  more. 

For  life  without  thy  love 
No  relish  can  afford; 
No  joy  can  be  compared  to  this, 
To  love  and  serve  the  Lord. 

To  thee  I  lift  my  hands, 
And  praise  thee  while  I  live ; 
Not  the  rich  dainties  of  a  feast 
Such  food  and  pleasure  give. 

In  wakeful  hours  of  night, 
I  call  my  God  to  mind ; 
I  think  how  wise  thy  counsels  are, 
And  all  thy  dealings  kind. 

Since  thou  hast  been  my  help, 
To  thee  my  spirit  flies  ; 
And  on  thy  watchful  providence 
My  cheerful  hope  relies. 


574 


God  All  and  in  All. 

My  God,  my  life,  my  love ! 
To  thee, "to  thee  I  call; 
I  cannot  live  if  thou  remove, 
For  thou  art  all  in  all. 

Thy  shining  grace  can  cheer 
This  dungeon  where  I  dwell  : 
Ti-  paradise  when  thou  art  here; 
If  thou  depart,  'tis  hell. 

Not  all  tin.1  harps  above 
Can  make  a  heav'nly  place, 
If  God  his  residence  remove, 
Or  but  conceal  his  i 


S.  M. 


4  Nor  earth,  nor  all  the  sky, 
Can  one  delight  afford  ; 

No,  not  a  drop  of  real  joy, 
Without  thy  presence,  Lord, 

5  Thou  art  the  sea  of  love, 
Where  all  my  pleasures  roll — 

The  circle  where  my  passions  move, 
And  centre  of  my  soul. 

<3<<5  Asking  Christ's  Grace.  CM. 

Jesus,  the  Saviour  of  my  soul, 
Be  thou  my  heart's  delight; 
Ever  the  same  to  me  remain — 
My  joy  by  day  and  night. 

2  Hungry  and  thirsty  after  thee 

May  I  be  found  each  hour ; 
Humble  in  heart,  and  happy  kept 
By  thine  almighty  pow'r. 

3  0  may  I  never  once  forget, 

What  a  poor  worm  I  am ; 
From  death  and  hell  redeem' d  by  blood, 
The  blood  of  God's  dear  Lamb. 

4  May  thy  blest  Spirit,  in  my  heart, 

Most  sweetly  shed  abroad, 
The  love  of  my  incarnate  God, 
Who  bought  me  with  his  blood. 

5  The  mystery  of  redeeming  love 

Be  ever  dear  to  me ; 
And  may  the  flesh  and  blood  of  Christ 
My  daily  manna  be. 

&i0  Spiritual  Joy.  CM. 

From  thee,  my  God,  my  joys  shall  rise, 
And  run  eternal  rounds, 
Beyond  the  limits  of  the  skies, 
And  all  created  bounds. 


O, 


IIAX  experience.  383n 


2  The  holy  triumphs  of  my  soul 

Shall  death  itself  outbrave, 
Leave  dull  mortality  behind, 
And  fly  beyond  the  grave. 

3  There,  where  my  blessed  Jesus  reigns, 

In  heaven's  unmeasured  space, 
I'll  spend  a  long  eternity, 
In  pleasure  and  in  praise. 


577 


The  Happy  Christian.  CM. 

My  God — the  spring  of  all  my  joys, 
The  life  of  my  delights ; 
The  glory  of  my  brightest  days, 
And  comfort  of  my  nights ! 

2  In  darkest  shades,  if  thou  appear, 

My  dawning  is  begun : 
Thou  art  my  soul's  bright  morning  star, 
And  thou  my  rising  sun. 

3  The  opening  heav'ns  around  me  shine, 

With  beams  of  sacred  bliss, 
If  Jesus  shows  his  mercy  mine 
And  whispers  I  am  his. 

4  My  soul  would  leave  this  heavy  elav 

At  that  transporting  word, 
Run  up  with  joy  the  shining  way, 
To  Bee  and  praise  my  Lord. 

5  Fearless  of  hell  and  ghastly  death, 

I'd  break  through  every  foe; 
The  wings  of  love  and  arms  of  faith 
Would  bear  me  oonqu'ror  through. 


578 


ypori  in  G  I '.  M. 

0         1  ! — our  lo-lp  in  I 
Our  hop  to  come, 

Our  Bhelter  from  th<  Btormy  blast, 
And  our  eternal  home, — 


2  Beneath  the  shadow  of  thy  throne 

Thy  saints  have  dwelt  secure ; 
Sufficient  is  thine  arm  alone, 
And  our  defence  is  sure. 

3  Before  the  hills  in  order  stood, 

Or  earth  received  her  frame, 
From  everlasting  thou  art  God, 
To  endless  years  the  same. 

4  Thy  word  commands  our  flesh  to  dust, — 

"Return,  ye  sons  of  men  ;" 
All  nations  rose  from  earth  at  first, 
And  turn  to  earth  again. 

5  0  God ! — our  help  in  ages  past, 

Our  hope  for  years  to  come, 
Be  thou  our  guard  while  life  shall  last, 
And  our  eternal  home  ! 


579 


Conscience. 


L.  M. 


What  is  this  something  in  the  mind, 
Which  shudders  at  the  thought  of  ill, 
As  though  it  wisely  were  designed 
To  act  upon  the  human  will  ? 

2  It  warns — admonishes — and  chides ; — 
If  from  its  counsels  I  depart 

Quick  on  my  conduct  it  decides, 
And  writes  its  sentence  on  my  heart. 

3  If  as  I  know,  I  choose  the  right, 
Then  its  approving  voice  I  hear ; 
With  fearful  terror  it  can  smite, 
Or  can  exclude  all  guilty  fear. 

4  'Tis  all  in  vain  for  me  to  try 

To  shun  its  censure,  or  applause ; 
All  human  art  it  doth  defy, 
And  deems  as  folly  human  laws. 


5  Whate'cr  I  may  this  something  name, 
Conscience,  spirit,  or  light  within; 
The  faithful  monitor  the  same, 

Bids  me  abhor,  and  fly  from  sin. 

6  Then  be  it  mine  with  one  to  say, 

For  modes  and  names — let  bigots  fight, 
But  let  me  choose  the  better  way, 
And  show  the  world  my  life  is  light. 


580 


Christian  Experience.    P.  M.  6,6,7,6,6,7. 

My  brethren,  I  have  found, 
A  land  that  doth  abound 
With  food  as  sweet  as  manna: 
The  more  I  eat,  I  find, 
The  more  I  am  inclined, 
To  sing  and  shout  hosanna. 
My  soul  now  longs  to  go — 
Where  I  shall  fully  know 

The  glories  of  my  Saviour; 
And  as  I  pass  along — 
Til  sing  a  christian  song: 
I  hope  to  live  forever. 

2  Perhaps  you  think  I'm  wild 
Or  simple  as  a  child — 

I  am  a  child  of  glory ; 
My  birth  is  from  above, 
My  heart  is  fill'd  with  love — 

I  love  to  tell  the  story. 

My  soul,  d:c. 

3  My  brethren,  can't  you  Bay, 
That  you  are  on  the  way — 

Ar.»  on  your  way  to  glory? 
I  rare  not  what's  your  name, 
Religion  ia  tin'  same, 

With  all  who  love  the  Saviour. 

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'  386  CHRISTIAN   GRACES. 

OOl  Fellowship  with  God.  C.  M. 

Not  life,  nor  all  the  toys  of  art, 
Nor  pleasure's  flow'ry  road, 
Can  to  my  soul  such  bliss  impart 
As  fellowship  with  God. 

2  Not  health,  nor  friendship  here  below, 

Nor  wealth,  that  golden  load, 
Can  such  delights  and  comforts  show 
As  fellowship  with  God. 

3  When  I  in  love  am  made  to  bear 

Affliction's  needful  rod, 
Light,  sweet,  and  kind  the  strokes  appear, 
Through  fellowship  with  God. 

4  In  fierce  temptation's  fiery  blast, 

And  dark  distraction's  road, 
I'm  happy,  if  I  can  but  state 
Some  fellowship  with  God. 

5  And  when  the  icy  arms  of  death 

Shall  chill  my  flowing  blood, 
With  joy  I'll  yield  my  latest  breath, 
In  fellowship  with  God. 

6  When  I  at  last  to  heav'n  ascend, 

And  gain  that  bright  abode, 
A  bless'd  eternity  I'll  spend  % 

In  fellowship  with  God. 


CHEISTIAN  GEACES. 

OO^Zove  the  Greatest  and  Brightest  Grace.  C.  M. 

Happy  the  heart  where  graces  reign, 
Where  love  inspires  the  breast ; 
Love  is  the  brightest  of'  the  train, 
And  strengthens  all  the  rest. 


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CHRISTIAN   GRACES. 


387  ^ 


2  Knowledge,  alas!  'tis  all  in  vain, 

And  all  in  vain  our  fear; 
The  stubborn  heart  will  fight  and  reign, 
If  love  be  absent  there. 

3  This  is  the  grace  that  lives  and  sings 

When  faith  and  hope  shall  cease; 
'Tis  this  shall  strike  our  joyful  strings 
In  the  sweet  realms  of  bliss. 

4  Before  we  quite  forsake  our  clay, 

Or  leave  this  dark  abode, 
The  wings  of  love  bear  us  away 
To  see  our  smiling  God. 


583 


Thy  Will  be  Bone.  0.  M. 

Searcher  of  hearts!  from  mine  erase 
All  thoughts  that  should  not  be, 
And  in  its  deep  recesses  trace 
My  gratitude  to  thee. 

2  Hearer  of  prayer!  0,  guide  aright 

Each  word  and  deed  of  mine  ; 
Life's  battle  teach  me  how  to  fight, 
And  be  the  victory  thine. 

3  Giver  of  all — for  every  good 

In  tin1  Redeemer  came — 
For  shelter,  raiment,  and  for  food, 
I  thank  thee  in  His  name. 

4  Father,  and  Son.  and  Holy  Gthostl 

Thou  glorious  Three  in  One! 
Thou  knowest  best,  what  I  need  most, 
And  let  thy  will  be  done. 


584 


WL 


The  Christian's  Glory  and  Fortitude.  L.  M. 

JBSU8,  my  Saviour,  and  my  ( '< 
Thou  hast  redeemed  me  with  thy  blood  ; 
By  tics,  both  natural  and  divine, 
I  am,  and  ever  will  be  thine. 

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CHRISTIAN    GRACES. 


2  But  ah !  should  my  inconstant  heart, 
Ere  I'm  aware,  from  thee  depart, 
What  dire  reproach  would  fall  on  me, 
For  such  ingratitude  to  thee ! 

3  The  thought  I  dread,  the  crime  I  hate  ; 
The  guilt,  the  shame  I  deprecate; 
And  yet  so  mighty  are  my  foes, 

I  dare  not  trust  my  warmest  vows. 

4  Pity  my  frailty,  dearest  Lord, 
Grace  in  the  needful  hour  afford  : 
0  steel  this  tim'rous  heart  of  mine 
With  fortitude  and  love  divine  : 

5  So  shall  I  triumph  o'er  my  fears, 
And  gather  joys  from  all  my  tears; 
So  shall  I  to  the  world  proclaim 
The  honors  of  the  Christian  name. 


585 


Holiness  and  Grace.  L.  M. 

So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express 
The  holy  gospel  we  profess  ; 
So  let  our  works  and  virtues  shine, 
To  prove  the  doctrine  all  divine. 

2  Thus  shall  we  best  proclaim  abroad 
The  honors  of  our  Saviour  God ; 
When  his  salvation  reigns  within, 
And  grace  subdues  the  power  of  sin. 

3  Our  flesh  and  sense  must  be  denied, 
Passion  and  envy,  lust  and  pride ; 
While  justice,  temperance,  truth  and  love 
Our  inward  piety  approve. 

4  Religion  bears  our  spirits  up, 
While  we  expect  that  blessed  hope, 
The  bright  appearance  of  the  Lord, 
And  faith  stands  leaning  on  his  word. 


CHRISTIAN   GRACES. 


389' 


586 


Religion  I'n'n  without  Love.        L.  M. 

Had  I  the  tongues  of  Greeks  and  Jews, 
And  nobler  speech  than  angels  use, 
If  love  be  absent,  I  am  found, 

Like  tinkling  brass,  an  empty  sound. 

2  Were  I  inspired  to  preach,  and  tell 

All  that  is  done  in  heaven  and  hell  ; 
Or  could  my  faith  the  world  remove, 
Still,  I  am  nothing  without  love. 

3  Should  I  distribute  all  my  store 

To  feed  the  needy  and  the  poor ; 
Or  give  my  body  to  the  flame 

To  gain  a  martyr's  glorious  name ; 

4  If  love  to  God  and  love  to  men 

Be  absent,  all  my  hopes  are  vain : 
Nor  tongues,  nor  gifts,  nor  fiery  zeal 
The  work  of  love  can  e'er  fulfil. 


587 


•  Importance  of  Charity.  S.  M. 

Had  I  the  gift  of  tongues, 
Great  God,  without  thy  grace, 
My  loudest  words,  my  loftiest  songs 
Would  be  but  sounding  brass. 

Though  thou  shouldst  give  me  skill 
Each  mystery  to  explain  : 
Without  a  heart  to  do  thy  will, 
My  knowledge  would  be  vain. 

Had  I  such  faith  in  God, 
As  mountains  to  remove, 
No  faith  could  work  effectual  good. 
That  did  not  work  by  love. 

Grant,  then,  this  one  request, — 
Whatever  be  denied, — 
That  loye  divine  may  rule  mv  hreast, 
And  all  mv  actions  guide. 

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390 


CHRISTIAN    GRACES. 


S.M. 


OOO  Holy  Love. 

Love  is  the  strongest  tie 
That  can  our  souls  unite ; 
Love  makes  our  service  liberty, 
Our  every  burden  light. 

2  We  run  in  God's  commands 
When  love  directs  the  way ; 

With  willing  hearts  and  active  hands 
Our  Master's  will  obey. 

3  Love  softens  all  our  toil, 
And  makes  our  bondage  blest ; 

The  gloomy  desert  wears  a  smile, 
When  love  inspires  the  breast. 

4  When  we  ascend  the  skies 
And  see  the  Saviour's  face, 

Love  will  to  full  perfection  rise, 
And  reign  through  all  the  place. 


589 


Christian  Submission.  C.  M. 

How  sweet  to  be  allowed  to  pray 
To  God,  the  holy  one ; 
With  filial  love  and  trust  to  say, 
0  God,  thy  will  be  done ! 

2  We  in  these  sacred  words  can  find 

A  cure  for  every  ill, 
They  calm  and  soothe  the  troubled  mind 
And  bid  all  care  be  still. 

3  0  may  that  will  that  gave  me  birth, 

And  an  immortal  soul, 
In  joy  or  grief,  in  life  or  death, 
My  every  wish  control. 

4  0,  could  my  heart  thus  ever  pray, — 

Thus  imitate  thy  Son ! 
Teach  me,  0  God,  in  truth  to  say, 
Thy  will,  not  mine,  be  done. 


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391 


590 


591 


M>  (  L. M. 

Happy  the  meek,  whoa  peast, 

Clear  as  the  summer's  evening  ray, 
Calm  as  the  regions  of  the  I 
Enjoys  <>n  earth  celestial  day. 
His  heart  n<>  broken  friendships  sting; 
No  jars  his  peaceful  tent  invade; 

bs  beneath  th'  Almighty's  wing, 
Hostile  to  none — of  none  afraid. 
Spirit  of  grace !  all  meek  and  mild, 
Inspire  our  hearts, — our  souls  possess  ; 
Repel  each  passion  rude  and  wild, 
And  bless  us,  as  we  aim  to  hless. 


The  Beatitudes.— -Matt.  5:  2—12.     L.  M. 

Blest  are  the  humble  souls  that  see 
Their  emptiness  and  poverty  : 
Treasures  of  grace  to  them  are  given, 
And  crowns  of  joy  laid  up  in  heaven. 

2  Blest  are  the  men  of  broken  heart, 
Who  mourn  for  sin  with  inward  smart; 
The  blood  of  Christ  divinely  flows, 

A  healing  balm  for  all  their  woes. 

3  Blest  are  the  meek  who  stand  afar 
From  rage  and  passion,  noise  and  war; 

God  will  secure  their  happy  state, 
And  plead  their  cause  against  the  great. 

4  Blest  are  the  souls  that  thirst  for  grace, 
Hunger  and  long  for 

They  shall  be  well  supplied  and  fed, 
With  living  streams  and  living  'oread. 

5  Hh  si  are  tie*  men  whose  bowels  move, 

And  melt  with  sympathy  and  love; 

1  r  m  Christ  the  Lord  shall  they  obtain 

Like  sympathy  and  1<>v.>  again. 


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!392 


CHRISTIAN    GRACES. 


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6  Blest  are  the  pure  whose  hearts  are  clean 
From  the  defiling  power  of  sin : 

With  endless  pleasure  they  shall  see 
A  God  of  spotless  purity. 

7  Blest  are  the  men  of  peaceful  life, 
Who  quench  the  coals  of  growing  strife; 
They  shall  be  called  the  heirs  of  bliss, 
The  sons  of  God,  the  God  of  peace. 

8  Blest  are  the  sufferers,  who  partake 
Of  pain  and  shame  for  Jesus'  sake : 
Their  souls  shall  triumph  in  the  Lord ; 
Glory  and  joy  are  their  reward. 


592 


The  Christian  Graces, 


L.M. 


593 


Faith,  hope,  and  charity,  these  three, 
Yet  is  the  greatest  charity ; 
Father  of  lights,  these  gifts  impart 
To  mine  and  every  human  heart. 
Faith,  that  in  prayer  can  never  fail, 
Hope,  that  o'er  doubting  must  prevail, 
And  charity,  whose  name  above 
Is  God's  own  name,  for  God  is  love. 
The  morning  star  is  lost  in  light, 
Faith  vanishes  at  perfect  sight, 
The  rainbow  passes  with  the  storm, 
And  hope  with  sorrow's  fading  form. 
But  charity,  serene,  sublime, 
Beyond  the  reach  of  death  and  time, 
Like  the  blue  sky's  all-bounding  space, 
Holds  heaven  and  earth  in  its  embrace. 

Zeal,  True  and  False.  C.  M. 

Zeal  is  that  pure  and  heavenly  flame 
The  fire  of  love  supplies ; 
While  that  which  often  bears  the  name 
Is  self  in  a  disguise. 


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CHRISTIAN    <;i;A<  ,  393 

2  True  zeal  is  merciful  and  mild, 
Can  pity  and  forbear  : 
The  fake  is  headstrong,  fierce,  and  wild, 
And  breathee  and  war. 

.")  AVhile  zeal  for  truth  the  christian  warms, 
He  knows  the  worth  of  peace  : 
But  self  contends  for  names  and  forms, 
Its  party  to  increa- 

4  Yes,  self,  however  well  employed, 

lias  its  own  ends  in  view  ; 
And  says,  as  boasting  Jehu  cried, 
"Come,  see  what  I  can  do." 

5  Self  may  its  poor  reward  obtain, 

And  be  applauded  here  ; 
But  zeal  the  best  applause  will  gain 
When  Jesus  shall  appear. 

C  0  Lord,  the  idol  self,  dethrone, 
And  fmm  our  hearts  remove; 
al  by  us  be  shown, 
But  that  which  springs  from  I 


594 


Vf.  trembling  souls,  dismiss  your  fears, 
1  Be  m  T<-r  all  your  1 1 1 « •  1 1 1  *  * ; 
Mercy,  which  like  a  river  floi 
In  on  lal  stream. 

,r  not  ili«-  powers  of  earth  and  hell; 
1  will  those  powers  restrain  ; 

Hi-  arm  shall  all  tt  pel, 

And  make  their  efforts  vain. 

•d  ; 
For  this  he  will  proi 
( hrant  them  supplies  of  d 
And  give  them  heaven  bee 


!394 


CHRISTIAN    GRACES. 


4  Fear  not  that  he  will  e'er  forsake, 

Or  leave  his  work  undone; 
He's  faithful  to  his  promises, 
And  faithful  to  his  Son. 

5  Fear  not  the  terrors  of  the  grave, 

Or  death's  tremendous  sting ; 
He  will  from  endless  wrath  preserve, 
To  endless  glor  y  bring. 


jc 


w*)  Joy  a  Fruit  of  the  Spirit 

[oy  is  a  fruit  that  will  not  grow 
In  nature's  barren  soil ; 
All  we  can  boast,  till  Christ  we  know, 
Is  vanity  and  toil. 

2  But  where  the  Lord  has  planted  grace, 
And  makes  his  glories  known, 

The  fruits  of  heav'nly  joy  and  peace 
Are  found,  and  there  alone. 

3  A  bleeding  Saviour,  seen  by  faith, 
A  sense  of  pard'ning  love, 

A  hope  that  triumphs  over  death, 
Give  joys  like  those  above. 

4  To  take  a  glimpse  within  the  veil, 
To  know  that  God  is  mine, 

Are  springs  of  joy  that  never  fail — 
Unspeakable !  divine ! 

5  These  are  the  joys  which  satisfy, 
And  sanctify  the  mind  ; 

Which  make  the  spirit  mount  on  high, 
And  leave  the  world  behind. 

6  No  more,  believers,  mourn  your  lot, 
But  since  you  are  the  Lord's, 

Resign  to  them  who  know  him  not, 
Such  joys  as  earth  affords. 


CM. 


CHRISTIAN    (ill'  395 


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Christian  Submission.  C.  M. 

Lord,  I  would  delight  in  thro, 

And  on  thy  care  depend ; 
To  thee  in  every  trouble  flee, 
My  best,  my  only  friend. 

2  When  all  created  streams  are  dried, 
Thy  fullnesa  is  the  same  ; 

May  I  with  this  be  satisfied, 
And  glory  in  thy  name. 

3  Why  should  the  soul  a  drop  bemoan, 
Who  has  a  fountain  near, 

A  fountain  which  shall  ever  run, 
With  waters  sweet  and  clear? 

4  Xo  good  in  creatures  can  be  found, 
But  may  be  found  in  thee: 

I  must  have  all  things,  and  abound, 
While  God  is  God  to  me. 

5  0  that  I  had  a  stronger  faith! 
To  look  within  the  veil, 

To  credit  what  my  Saviour  saith, 
Whose  word  can  never  fail. 

G  lie  who  has  made  my  heaven  secure, 

Will  here  all  good  provide: 
While  Christ  lb  rich,  can  I  be  poor? 
What  can  I  want  beside? 

7  0  Lord,  I  cast  my  care  on  thee, — 
I  triumph  and  a<l<m': 
Henceforth  my  great  concern  shall  be, 
To  love  and'  praise  thee  more. 


597 


/  Equity,  C.  M. 

Card)  our  ways  and  see ; 
Have  fchey  1 n  just  and  right? 

[a  tic  great  ml.-  of  equity 
Our  practice  and  deli 

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\         2  What  we  would  have  our  neighbor  do, 
Have  we  still  done  the  same  ? 
From  others  ne'er  withheld  the  due 
Which  we  from  others  claim  ? 

3  Do  we,  in  all  we  sell  or  buy, 
Integrity  maintain, 
And  knowing  God  is  always  nigh, 
Renounce  unrighteous  gain? 

\        4  Then  may  we  raise  our  modest  pray'r 
To  God,  the  just  and  kind  ; 
May  humbly  cast  on  him  our  care, 
And  hope  his  grace  to  find. 


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CHEISTIAN  DUTIES. 

'    The  Christian's  Charge  and  Duty.    S.  M. 

A  charge  to  keep  I  have, 
A  God  to  glorify — 
A  never-dying  soul  to  save, 
4-nd  fit  it  for  the  sky. 

2  To  serve  the  present  age, 
My  calling  to  fulfil ; 

0,  may  it  all  my  powers  engage, 
To  do  my  Master's  will. 

3  Arm  me  with  jealous  care, 
As  in  thy  sight  to  live ; 

And  0,  thy  servant,  Lord,  prepare 
A  strict  account  to  give. 

4  Help  me  to  watch  and  pray, 
And  on  thyself  rely ; 

Assured  if  I  my  trust  betray,    , 
I  shall  forever  die. 


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uou  Take  up  thy  Cross.  L.  M. 

Take  up  thy  cmss!  the  Saviour  said, 
If  thou  wouldst  hi v  disciple  be; 
Take  up  thy  cross  with  willing  heart, 
Aud  humbly  follow  after  me. 

2  Take  up  thy  cross  !  let  not  its  weight 

Fill  thy  weak  spirit  with  alarm ; 
My  strength  shall  bear  thy  spirit  up, 
And  brace  thy  heart  and  nerve  thy  arm. 

3  Take  up  thy  cross!  nor  heed  the  shame, 

And  let  thy  foolish  pride  be  still ; 
Thy  Lord  did  not  refuse  to  die 
Upon  the  cross  on  Calvary's  hill. 

4  Take  up  thy  cross,  then,  in  his  strength. 

And  calmly  sin's  wild  deluge  brave ; 
'Twill  guide  thee  to  a  better  home, 
It  points  to  bliss  beyond  the  grave. 

5  Take  up  thy  cross,  and  follow  me, 

Xor  think  till  death  to  lay  it  down ; 
For  only  he  who  bears  the  cross, 

May  hope  to  wear  the  glorious  crown. 

vil/U     Love  of (  our  Neighbor.     L.  M. 

Tins  saith  the  first,  the  great  command, 
"Let  all  thy  inward  powers  unite 
To  love  thy  Maker  and  thy  God 
/    With  utmost  vigor  and  delight. 

2  Then  shall  thy  neighbor  next  in  | 
Share  thine  affections  and  esteem; 
And  let  thy  kindness  to  thyself 
Measure  and  rule  thj  I  im." 

3  This  is  the  sense  thai  Hoses  spake; 
This  did  the  prophets  preach  and  prove; 

want  of  this  the  law  is  broke ; 

And  the  whole  law's  fulfilled  by  love. 

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But,  0,  how  base  our  passions  are  ! 
How  cold  our  charity  and  zeal ! 
Lord,  fill  our  souls  with  heavenly  fire, 
Or  we  shall  ne'er  perform  thy  will. 


601 


Self-Denial.  C.  M. 

Strait  is  the  way,  the  door  is  strait, 
That  leads  to  joys  on  high  ; 
"lis  but  a  few  that  find  the  gate, 
While  crowds  mistake  and  die. 

2  Beloved  self  must  be  denied, 

The  mind  and  will  renew'd, 
Passion  suppressed  and  patience  tried, 
And  vain  desires  subdued. 

3  Flesh  is  a  dangerous  foe  to  grace, 

Where  it  prevails  and  rules ; 
Flesh  must  be  humbled,  pride  abased, 
Lest  they  destroy  our  souls. 

4  The  love  of  gold  be  banished  hence, 

That  vile  idolatry ; 
And  every  member,  every  sense, 
In  sweet  subjection  lie. 

5  The  tongue,  that  most  unruly  power, 

Requires  a  strong  restraint ; 
We  must  be  watchful  every  hour, 
And  pray  and  never  faint. 

6  Lord,  can  a  feeble,  helpless  worm 

Fulfil  a  task  so  hard? 
Thy  grace  must  all  my  work  perform, 
And  give  the  free  reward. 


602 


The  Good  are  Happy. — Ps.  1.         C.  M. 

How  blest  is  he  who  ne'er  consents 
By  ill  advice  to  walk ; 
Nor  stands  in  sinners'  ways,  nor  sits 
Where  men  profanely  talk ; 


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2  But  makes  the  perfect  law  of  God 

His  business  and  delight—' 
Devoutly  reads  therein  by  day, 
And  meditates  by  night. 

3  Like  some  fair  tree,  which,  fed  by  streams, 

Witti  timely  fruit  doth  bend, 
He  still  shall  flourish,  and  success 
All  his  designs  attend. 

4  For  God  approves  the  just  man's  ways; 

To  happiness  they  tend  ; 
But  sinners,  and  the  paths  they  tread, 
Shall  both  in  ruin  end. 


603 


The  Golden  Rule.  JUL  ' 


Thus  said  Jesus  : — "  Go  and  do 
As  thou  wouldst  be  done  unto:" 
Here  thy  perfect  duty  see, 
All  that  God  requires  of  thee. 

2  Wouldst  thou,  when  thy  faults  are  known,  \ 
Wish  that  pardon  should  be  shown?  \ 
Be  forgiving,  then,  and  do 
As  thou  wouldst  be  done  unto. 

3  Should^t  thou  helpless  be  and  poor, 
Wouldst  thou  not  for  aid  implore? 
Think  of  others,  then,  and  be 
What  thou  wouldst  they  should  to  thee. 

4  Dost  thou  for  compassion  call? 

Be  compassionate  to  all : 

If  thou  wouldst  aifection  find — 

Be  affectionate  and  kind. 

5  If  thou  wouldst  obtain  the  love 
Of  thy  gracious  I  k)d  al 
Then  to  all  his  children 

What  thou  wouldst  they  should  to  thee. 


CHRISTIAN    DUTIES. 


The  Golden  Rule.  L.  M. 

Gracious  Redeemer,  how  divine — 
How  righteous  is  this  rule  of  thine  : 
To  do  to  all  men  just  the  same, 
As  we  expect,  or  wish  from  them. 

2  This  golden  lesson,  short  and  plain, 
Gives  not  the  mind  or  memory  pain ; 
And  every  conscience  must  approve 
This  universal  law  of  love. 

3  How  blest  would  every  nation  be, 
Thus  ruled  by  love  and  equity ; 

All  would  be  free,  all  friends,  no  foe, 
And  form  a  paradise  below. 

DvO  Walk  in  the  Light  C.  M. 

Walk  in  the  light,  so  shalt  thou  know 
That  fellowship  of  love, 
His  Spirit  only  can  bestow 
Who  reigns  in  light  above. 

2  Walk  in  the  light,  and  thou  shalt  find 

Thy  heart  made  truly  his, 
Who  dwells  in  cloudless  light  enshrin'd, 
In  whom  no  darkness  is. 

3  Walk  in  the  light,  and  thou  shalt  own 

Thy  darkness  pass'd  away, 
Because  that  Light  hath  on  thee  shone 
In  which  is  perfect  day. 

4  Walk  in  the  light,  and  e'en  the  tomb 

No  fearful  shade  shall  wear ; 
Glory  shall  chase  away  its  gloom, 
For  Christ  hath  conquered  there. 

5  Walk  in  the  light !  thy  path  shall  be 

Peaceful,  serene,  and  bright : 
For  God,  by  grace,  shall  dwell  in  thee, 
And  God  himself  is  light. 


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The  Faithful  Servant.  S.  M. 

Ye  servants  of  the  Lord, 
Kach  in  his  office  wait, 
Observant  of  his  heav'nly  word, 
And  watchful  at  his  gate. 

Let  all  your  lamps  be  bright, 
And  trim  the  golden  flame ; 
Gird  up  your  loins,  as  in  his  sight, 
For  awful  is  his  name. 

Watch  !  'tis  your  Lord's  command ; 
And  while  we  speak,  he's  near ; 
Mark  the  first  signal  of  his  hand, 
And  ready  all  appear. 

0  happy  servant  he, 
In  such  a  posture  found! 
lie  shall  his  Lord  with  rapture  see, 
And  be  with  honor  crown'd. 

Christ  shall  the  banquet  spread, 
With  his  own  bounteous  hand, 
And  raise  that  favorite  servant's  head, 
Amidst  th'  angelic  band. 

Kindness  to  the  Poor.  C.  M. 

How  blest  is  he  who  fears  the  Lord, 
And  follows  his  commands; 
Who  lends  the  poor  without  reward, 
Or  gives  with  liberal  hands. 

2  As  pity  dwells  within  his  breast 

To  all  the  sons  of  need, 
So  God  shall  answer  his  request 
With  blessings  on  his  seed. 

3  In  times  of  danger  and  distress, 

Some  beams  of  light  >hall  shine, 
To  show  the  world  his  rightoousiM 
And  give  him  peace  divine. 

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CHKISTIAN    DUTIES. 


4  His  works  of  piety  and  love 
Remain  before  the  Lord; 
Sweet  peace  on  earth,  and  joys  above, 
Shall  be  his  sure  reward. 

OUO  j)uty  to  the  Erring.  L.  M. 

^ouldst  thou  an  erring  soul  redeem, 
And  lead  a  lost  one  back  to  God ; 
Wouldst  thou  a  guardian  angel  seem 
To  one  who  long  in  guilt  hath  trod? 


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2  Go  kindly  to  him — take  his  hand, 
"With  gentlest  words,  within  thine  own; 
And  by  his  side  a  brother  stand 

Till  thou  the  demon,  sin,  dethrone. 

3  Scorn  not  the  guilty,  then,  but  plead 
"With  him  in  kindest,  gentlest  mood, 
And  back  the  lost  one  thou  mayst  lead 
To  God,  humanity  and  good ! 

4  Thou  art  thyself  but  man.  and  thou 
Art  weak,  perchance,  to  fall  as  he  ; 
Then  mercy  to  the  fallen  show, 
That  mercy  may  be  shown  to  thee! 


609 


Bare  and  Bo.  M.  7s. 

Dare  to  think,  though  bigots  frown ; 
Dare  in  words  your  thoughts  express ; 
Dare  to  rise,  though  oft  cast  down ; 
Dare  the  wrong' d  and  scorn'd  to  bless. 

2  Dare  from  custom  to  depart ; 
Dare  the  priceless  pearl  possess ; 
Dare  to  wear  it  next  your  heart ; 
Dare,  when  sinners  curse, to  bless. 

3  Dare  forsake  what  you  deem  wrong; 
Dare  to  walk  in  wisdom's  way ; 
Dare  to  give  where  gifts  belong ; 
Dare  God's  precepts  to  obey. 


OHBISTIAN   DUTIES. 


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4  Do  what  conscience  says  is  right ; 
Do  what  reason  says  is  1  n 
Do  with  willing  mind  and  heart; 
Do  your  duty  and  be  blest. 


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Staking  Refuge  in  God.  C.  M. 

Dear  Father,  to  thy  mercy-seat 
My  soul  for  shelter  flies: 
;Tis  here  I  find  a  safe  retreat, 
When  storms  and  tempests  rise. 

2  My  cheerful  hope  can  never  die. 

If  thou,  my  God,  art  near ; 
Thy  grace  can  raise  my  comforts  high, 
And  banish  every  fear. 

3  My  great  Protector  and  my  Lord, 

Thy  constant  aid  impart ; 
0,  let  thy  kind  and  gracious  word 
Sustain  my  trembling  heart. 

4  0,  never  let  my  soul  remove 

From  this  divine  retreat ; 
Still  let  me  trust  thy  power  and  love, 
And  dwell  beneath  thy  feet. 


Trial  and  Faith  of  Abraham.        L.  Bf, 

ABRAHAM,  when  severely  tried. 
His  faith  by  his  obedience showM ; 
He  with  the  harsh  command  complied, 
And  gave  his  Isaac  back  to  God. 

2  I  lis  son  the  father  offer'd  up, — 
Son  of  his  age,  his  only  son  ; 
Object  of  all  his  joy  and  hope, 
And  less  beloved  than  God  alone. 

3  O  for  a  faith  like  his,  that  we 
The  bright  example  may  pursue; 
May  gladly  give  up  all  "to  thee, 

To  whom  our  more  than  all  is  due. 


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4  Is  there  a  thing  than  life  more  dear? 
A  thing  from  which  we  cannot  part  ? 
We  can ;  we  now  rejoice  to  tear 
The  idol  from  our  bleeding  heart. 

5  Jesus,  accept  our  sacrifice ; 

All  things  for  thee  we  count  but  loss  ; 
Lo !  at  thy  word  our  idol  dies, — 
Dies  on  the  altar  of  thy  cross. 

6  For  what  to  thee,  0  Lord,  we  give, 
A  hundred-fold  we  here  obtain  ; 
And  soon  with  thee  shall  all  receive, 
And  loss  shall  be  eternal  gain. 


Speak  Gently  to  the  Erring.         C.  M. 

Speak  gently  to  the  erring  ones:  — 
Ye  know  not  all  the  pow'r 
With  which  the  dark  temptation  came 
In  some  unguarded  hour. 

2  Ye  may  not  know  how  earnestly 

They  struggled,  or  how  well, 
Until  the  hour  of  weakness  came, 
And  sadly  thus  they  fell. 

3  Speak  gently  to  the  erring  one : — 

0  do  not  thou  forget, 
However  darkly  stained  by  sin, 
He  is  thy  brother  yet. 

4  Heir  of  the  self-same  heritage, 

Child  of  the  self-same  God, 
He  hath  but  stumbled  in  the  path 
Thou  hast  in  weakness  trod. 

5  Speak  gently  to  the  erring  ones : — 

For  is  it  not  enough 
That  innocence  and  peace  are  gone, 
Without  our  censure  rough  ? 


CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


6  It  surely  is  a  weary  lot 

That  sin-crashed  heart  to  bear: 

And  they  who  share  a  happier  fate 

Their  chidings  well  may  spare. 


Leaving  all  to  Follow  Jesus,        C.  M. 

And  must  I  part  with  all  I  have, 
Jesus,  my  Lord,  for  I 
This  is  my  joy,  since  thou  hast  done 
Much  more  than  this  for  me. 

2  Yes,  let  it  go — one  look  from  thee 

Will  more  than  make  amends 
For  all  the  losses  I  sustain 
Of  credit,  riches,  friends. 

3  Ten  thousand  worlds,  ten  thousand  lives. 

How  worthless  they  appear. 
Compared  with  thee,  supremely  good, 
Divinely  bright  and  fair. 

4  Saviour  of  souls,  while  I  from  thee 

A  single  smile  obtain, 
Though  destitute  of  all  things  else, 
I'll  glory  in  my  gain. 


RISTIAN  SUFFERINGS. 


614 


P.M.  Li's. 


The  Rock  Higher  than  I 

In  seasons  of  grief  to  my  God  I'll  repair, 
When  my  heart's  overwhelmed  with  Borrow 

and  car*': 

From  the  end  of  the  earth  unto  thee  will  I  cry, 
Lead  me  to  tin-  flock  thai  is  higher  than  I— 
J[i://trr  than  I — higher  than  J— 

than  I. 


2  When  Satan,  my  foe,  cometh  in  like  a  flood, 
To  drive  m y  poor  soul  from  the  fountain  of  God, 
I'll  pray  to  the  Saviour  who  kindly  did  die, 
Lead  me  to  the  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I. 

Higher  than  I,  dec. 

3  "When  tempted  by  Satan  the  Spirit  to  grieve, 
And  th'  service  of"  Christ,  my  Redeemer  to  leave, 
I'll  claim  my  relation  to  Jesus  on  high — 
The  Rock  of  Salvation,  that's  higher  than  I. 

Higher  than  I,  dec. 

4  0  Saviour  of  sinners,  when  faint  and  depress'd, 
With  manifold  trials  and  sorrows  oppress'd, 
I'll  bow  at  thy  feet,  and  with  confidence  cry, 

"  Lead  me  to  the  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I." 
Higher  than  J,  dec. 

5  And  when  I  have  ended  my  pilgrimage  here, 
In  Jesus'  pure  righteousness  let  me  appear ; 
In  the  swelling  of  Jordan  on  thee  I'll  rely, 
And  look  to  the  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I. 

Higher  than  I,  dec. 

6  And  when  the  last  trumpet  shall  sound  through 

the  skies, 
And  the  dead  from  the  dust  of  the  earth  shall 

arise ; 
With  millions  I'll  join  far  above  yonder  sky, 
To  praise  the  kind  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I. 
Higher  than  I,  dec. 


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Tempted  Souls  Encouraged.        L.  M. 

Come,  tempted  soul,  to  Christ  draw  near, 
Thy  Saviour's  gracious  promise  hear: 
His  faithful  word  declares  to  thee, 
That  "as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 

Let  not  thy  heart  despond  and  say, 
"  How  shall  I  stand  the  trying  day?" 
He  has  engaged,  by  firm  decree, 
That  "as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 


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3  Should  persecution  rage  and  flame, 
Still  trust  in  thy  Redeemer's  name  ; 
In  fiery  trials  thou  shalt  see, 

That  "as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 

4  Although  you're  weak  and  foes  are  strong, 
And  though  thy  conflict  should  be  long, 
Yet  God  will  make  the  tempter  nee, 

For  "  as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 

5  When  call'd  to  bear  the  weighty  cross 
Of  sore  affliction,  pain  or  loss, 

Or  deep  distress,  or  poverty, 

Still  "as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 

6  When  ghastly  death  appears  in  view, 
Christ's  presence  shall  thy  fears  subdue : 
Thy  soul  in  death  he  will  set  free, 

And  "  as  thy  day  thy  strength  shall  be." 


Refuge  for  the  Tempted.  M. 

Jesus,  lover  of  my  soul, 
Let  me  to  thy  bosom  fly, 
While  the  billows  near  me  roll, 
Wnile  the  tempest  still  is  nigh. 

2  Hide  me,  0  my  Saviour,  hide, 
Till  the  storm  of  life  is  pa 
Safe  into  the  haven  <rn;< 

0  receive  my  soul  at  Last  ! 

3  Other  refuge  have  I  none. 
Hangs  my  helpless  soul  on  thee; 
Leave,  ah,  leave  me  Dot  a 

Still  support  and  comfort  me. 

4  All  my  trust  on  thee  is  staY'd, 
All  my  help  from  thee  1  bring  ; 
('over  my  defenceless  head 

With  the  shadow  of  thy  v. 


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5  Thou  of  life  the  fountain  art, 
Freely  let  me  take  of  thee  ; 
Spring  thou  up  within  my  heart, 
Rise  to  all  eternity. 
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■  Bliss-Inspiring  Hope.         C.  P.  M. 

Come  on,  my  partners  in  distress, 
My  comrades  through  the  wilderness, 
Who  still  your  bodies  feel : 
Awhile  forget  your  griefs  and  fears, 
And  look  beyond  this  vale  of  tears, 
To  that  celestial  hill. 

2  Beyond  the  bounds  of  time  and  space, 
Look  forward  to  that  heavenly  place, 

The  saints7  secure  abode ; 
On  faith's  strong  eagle  pinions  rise, 
And  force  your  passage  to  the  skies, 

And  scale  the  mount  of  God. 

3  Who  suffer  with  our  Master  here, 
We  shall  before  his  face  appear, 

And  by  his  side  sit  down  ; 
To  patient  faith  the  prize  is  sure ; 
And  all  that  to  the  end  endure 

The  cross,  shall  wear  the  crown. 


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Trials.  M.  7s 

?rpis  my  happiness  below 

1    Not  to  live  without  the  cross  ; 
But  the  Saviour's  power  to  know, 
Sanctifying  every  loss. 
Trials  must  and  will  befall ; 
Yet  with  humble  faith  I  see 
Love  inscribed  upon  them  all — 
This  is  happiness  to  me. 
God  in  Israel  sows  the  seeds 
Of  affliction,  pain  and  toil : 
These  spring  up  and  choke  the  weeds, 
Which  would  else  overspread  the  soil. 


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CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


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4  Trials  make  the  promise  sweet, 
Trials  give  aew  fife  to  pray'r  ; 
Trials  bring  me  to  his  feet, 
Lay  me  low  and  keep  me  there. 

5  Did  I  meet  no  trials  here, 
Nor  afflictions  by  the  way, 
Might  I  not  in  reason  fear 
I  should  prove  a  castaway? 

G  Aliens  may  escape  the  rod, 
Sunk  in  earthly  vain  delight; 
But  the  true-born  child  of  God 
Ought  not,  would  not,  if  he  might. 


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At  Evening  Time  it  shall  be  Light.  CM. 

Tno'  earth-born  shadows  now  may  shroud 
Thy  thorny  path  awhile, 
God's  blessed  word  can  part  each  cloud, 
And  bid  the  sunshine  smile. 

2  Only  believe,  in  living  faith, 

liis  love  and  pow'r  divine; 
And  ere  thy  sun  shall  set  in  death, 
His  light  shall  'round  thee  shine. 

3  When  tempest  clouds  are  dark  and  high. 

His  bow  of  love  and  peace 
Shines  sweetly  in  the  vaulted  sky, 
Betokening  storms  shall  cease. 

4  Hold  on  thy  way,  with  hope  unchill'd: 

By  faith  and  not  by  sight : 
And  thou  shalt  own  his  word  fulfill'd — 
At  eve  it  shall  be  light ! 


The  B  in  Sorrow*        C  M. 

Othou  who  driest  the  mourner's  tear, 
Bow  dark  this  world  would  be, 
If,  when  deceived  and  wonnded  b 
We  could  not  fly  to  thee. 

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410  CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


2  The  friends  who  in  our  sunshine  live, 

When  winter  comes,  are  flown ; 
And  he  who  has  but  tears  to  give, 
Must  weep  those  tears  alone. 

3  But  Christ  can  heal  that  broken  heart, 

Which,  like  the  plants  that  throw 
Their  fragrance  from  the  wounded  part, 
Breathes  sweetness  out  of  woe. 

4  0  who  could  bear  life's  stormy  doom, 

Did  not  his  wing  of  love 
Come  brightly  wafting  through  the  gloom, 
Our  peace-branch  from  above. 

5  Then  sorrow,  touched  by  him,  grows  bright, 

With  more  than  rapture's  ray; 
As  darkness  shows  us  worlds  of  light, 
We  never  saw  by  day. 

vZl  The  Benefit  of  the  Cross.         C.  M. 

The  cross  of  Jesus  purifies, 
From  self  and  sin  sets  free; 
His  cross  does  make  us  truly  wise, 
And  brings  humility. 

2  Reproaches,  persecution,  shame, — 

These  must  the  christian  bear ; 

But  when  sustained  for  Jesus'  name, 

How  light  these  burthens  are? 

3  Must  we  endure  some  earthly  loss, 
Some  keen  distresses  prove? 

If  these  are  part  of  Jesus'  cross, 
We'll  bear  them  all  in  love. 

4  Must  sharp  temptations  too  beset, 
And  inward  conflicts  seize  ? 

The  faithful  soul  will  not  forget 
That  these  shall  end  in  ease. 


CHRISTIAN    SI  FTERINGS. 


When  sin  is  dead  our  spirits  rest, 
Comfort  and  peace  are  giv'n, 

The  inner  man  serenely  blest, 
We  taste  the  joys  of  heav'n. 


622, 


1  Cross  and  Crown.  P.M.8,6,8,6,8,8,7,6,6,6. 

Must  Simon  bear  his  cross  alone, 
And  all  the  world  go  free? 
No  !  there's  a  cross  for  every  one, 

And  there's  a  cross  for  me. 
Yes,  there's  a  cross  on  Calvary, 
Thro'  which  by  faith  the  crown  I  see ; 
To  me  'tis  pardon  bringing: 

0  that's  the  cross  for  me — 

0  that's  the  cross  for  me — 

0  that's  the  cross  for  me ! 
2  How  happy  are  the  saints  above, 

Who  once  went  mourning  here ; 
But  now  they  taste  unmingled  love, 

And  joy  without  a  tear. 
Yes,  perfect  love  will  dry  the  tear, 
And  cast  out  all  tormenting  fear, 
Which  'round  my  heart  is  clinging : — 

0  that's  the  love  for  me!  &c. 
2  I'll  bear  the  consecrated  cross, 

Till  from  the  cross  I'm  free ; 
And  then  go  home  to  wear  the  crown: 

For  there's  a  crown  for  me. 
Yes,  there's  a  crown  in  heaven  above, 
The  purchase  of  my  Saviour's  love, 
For  me,  at  his  appearing: — 

0  that's  the  crown  fur  me !  Sea. 

Will  ye  also  Qc  Awcqt  C.  M. 

n:\-  any  turn  from  /inn's  way, 

A  -  numbers  often  do,) 

Methinkfl  I  hear  my  Saviour  say, 

"  Wilt  thou  forsake  me  b 


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f    412  CHRISTIAN    SUFFERINGS. 


ll  Ah,  Lord !  with  such  a  heart  as  mine, 
Unless  thou  hold  me  fast. 
My  faith  will  fail,  I  shall  decline, 
And  prove  like  them  at  last. 

3  'Tis  thou  alone  hast  power  and  grace 

To  save  a  wretch  like  me ; 
To  whom  then  shall  I  turn  my  face, 
If  I  depart  from  thee? 

4  Beyond  a  doubt  I  rest  assured, 

thou  art  the  Christ  of  God, 
Who  hast  eternal  life  secur'd, 
By  promise  and  by  blood. 

5  The  help  of  men  and  angels  join'd 

Could  never  reach  my  case ! 

Nor  can  I  hope  relief  to  find. 

But  in  thy  boundless  grace. 

6  No  voice  but  thine  can  give  me  rest, 

And  bid  my  fears  depart ; 
No  love  but  thine  can  make  me  blest, 
And  satisfy  my  heart. 


Glory  my  Home.     P.  M.  11, 11, 11, 11. 

?T|"id  scenes  of  confusion  and   creature  com- 
Jl  plaints, 

How  sweet  to  my  soul  is  communion  with  saints ;  | 
To  find  at  the  banquet  of  mercy  there's  room, 
And  feel  in  the  presence  of  Jesus  at  home. 
Home,  home,  sweet,  sweet  home  ; 
Prepare  me,  dear  Saviour,  for  glory,  my  home.  ; 

|  2  Sweet  bonds  that  unite  all  the  children  of  peace,  ; 

!     And  thrice  precious  Jesus,  whose  love  cannot  ] 

cease ; 

Though  oft  from  thy  presence  in  sadness  I  roam,  ; 
|     I  long  to  behold  thee,  in  glory  at  home. 
Home,  home,  dec. 


CHRISTIAN   SUFFKBU  413 


_h  from  tliis  body  of  sin  to  be  free, 
Which  hinders  my  joy  and  communion  with  thee : 
Tho'  now  my  temptations,  like  billows  may  foam,  j 
All,  all  will  be  peace,  when  I'm  with  thee  at  home. 

II  •.:>■  .  hi  --'• .  dec. 

4  While  here  in  the  valley  of  conflict  I  stay, 
;     0  give  me  submission  and  strength  as  my  day  ; 

In  all  my  afflictions  to  thee  would  I  come, 
icing  in  hope  of  my  glorious  home. 
Home,  home,  dec. 

5  Whate'er  thou  deniest,  0  give  me  thy  grace, 
The  Spirit's  sure  witness  and  smiles  of  thy  face ;  ; 
Indulge  me  with  patience  to  wait  at  thy  throne, 
And  find  even  now  a  sweet  foretaste  of  home. 

Home,  home,  (Sec. 

6  I  long,  dearest  Lord,  in  thy  beauties  to  shine. 
No  more  as  an  exile  in  sorrow  to  pine ; 

And  in  thy  dear  image  arise  from  the  tomb, 
With  glorified  millions  to  praise  thee  at  home. 
Home,  home,  dec. 


Comfort  in  God. 

Dear  refuge  of  my  weary  soul. 
On  thee,  when 
On  thee,  when  waves  of  trouble  roll, 
My  fainting  hope  relies. 

thee  I  tell  each  rising  grief, 
For  thou  alone  canst  heal ; 
Thy  word  can  bring  a  sweet  relief 
r  every  pain  I  feel. 

3  But.  01  when  gloomy  d  vail, 

I  fear  to  call  thee  mine; 
The  -  m  to  fail. 

And  all  my  hopes  decline. 
II* 


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CHRISTIAN"   SUFFERINGS. 


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Yet,  gracious  God,  where  shall  I  flee? 

Thou  art  my  only  trust ; 
And  still  my  soul  would  cleave  to  thee, 

Though  prostrate  in  the  dust. 

Thy  mercy-seat  is  open  still; 

Here  let  my  soul  retreat ; 
With  humble  hope  attend  thy  will, 

And  wait  beneath  thy  feet. 


Meekness  in  Distress.  C.  M. 

Teach  us,  in  time  of  deep  distress, 
To  own  thy  hand,  0  God, 
And  in  submissive  silence  learn 
The  lessons  of  thy  rod. 

2  In  every  changing  scene  of  life, 

Whatever  that  scene  may  be, 
Give  us  a  meek  and  humble  mind, 
A  mind  at  peace  with  thee. 

3  Do  thou  direct  our  steps  aright ; 

Help  us  thy  name  to  fear ; 
And  give  us  grace  to  watch  and  pray, 
And  strength  to  persevere. 

4  Then  may  we  close  our  eyes  in  death, 

Without  a  fear  or  care ; 
For  death  is  life,  and  labor  rest, 
If  thou  art  with  us  there. 

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"^  ■    Divine  SliepliercVs  Help  Implored.    C.  M. 

Shepherd  divine,  our  wants  relieve, 
In  this  our  evil  day ; 
To  all  thy  tempted  followers  give, 
The  pow'r  to  watch  and  pray. 

2  Long  as  our  fiery  trials  last, 
Long  as  the  cross  we  bear, 
0  let  our  souls  on  thee  be  cast, 
In  never  ceasing  pray'r  ! 


CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


3  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  thy. praying  grace 

Give  us  in  faith  to  claim  ; 
To  wrestle,  till  we  see  thy  face, 
And  know  thy  hidden  name. 

4  Till  thou  the  Father's  love  impart, 

Till  thou  thyself  bestow, 

Be  this  the  cry  of  every  heart, 

"I  will  not  let  thee  go." 

5  I  will  not  let  thee  go,  unless 

Thou  tell  thy  name  to  me ; 
"With  all  thy  great  salvation  bless] 
And  say,  "  Christ  died  for  thee/' 


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G 


God  and  His  Laic.  C.  M. 

1  od  and  his  law  are  my  delight, 
J  My  glory  and  my  song  ; 
My  sure  support  by  day  and  night, 
The  pleasure  of  my  tongue. 

2  When  darkness  overspreads  my  mind, 
His  word  supports  me  still ; 

I'm  there  convinc'd  that  God  is  kind, 
Though  I  no  comfort  feel. 

3  Are  my  afflictions  sharp  and  long? 
Does  pain  extreme  ensue  ? 

God's  word  I  trust ;  his  arm  is  strong; 
His  wisdom  bears  me  through. 

4  Glory  to  thee,  thou  God  of  love, 
For  favors  so  divine  ; 

Who  taught  my  heart  to  soar  above, 
And  made  those  blessings  mine. 

5  Had  not  thy  word  been  my  relief, 
Had  not  thy  truth  BUStfUIl'd, 

I  must  have  perish'd  in  my  grief, 
No  other  help  remain'd. 

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CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


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Comfort  in  the  Promises.  L.  M. 

God,  to  thee  we  raise  our  eyes; 

Calm  resignation  we  implore ; 
0  let  no  murmuring  thought  arise, 
But  humbly  let  us  still  adore. 

2  With  meek  submission  may  we  bear 
Each  needful  cross  thou  shalt  ordain ; 
Nor  think  our  trials  too  severe, 
Nor  dare  thy  justice  to  arraign. 

3  For  though  mysterious  now  thy  ways 
To  erring  mortals  may  appear, 
Hereafter  we  thy  name  shall  praise, 
For  all  our  keenest  sufferings  here. 


4  Thy  needful  help,  0  God,  afford, 
Nor  let  us  sink  in  deep  despair ; 
Aid  us  to  trust  thy  sacred  word, 
And  find  our  sweetest  comfort  there. 


F 


Ot)U        Trusting  in  God  in  Affliction.       C.  M. 

]"ot  from  the  dust  affliction  grows, 

Nor  troubles  rise  by  chance ; 

But  we  are  born  to  cares  and  woes, — 

A  sad  inheritance. 

2  As  sparks  break  out  from  burning  coals, 
And  still  are  upward  borne, 

So  grief  is  rooted  in  our  souls, 
And  man  grows  up  to  mourn. 

3  Yet  with  my  God  I  leave  my  cause, 
And  trust  his  promised  grace  ; 

He  rules  me  by  his  well  known  laws 
Of  love  and  righteousness. 

4  Not  all  the  pains  that  e'er  I  bore, 
Shall  spoil  my  future  peace ; 

For  death  and  hell  can  do  no  more, 
Than  what  my  Father  please. 


CHRISTIAN   SUFFERINGS. 


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Submission  and  Resignation.       S.  M. 

Si  [SHYELY,  my  ( ■ 
I  all  to  thee  resi 
And  bow  before  thy  chast'ning  rod; 

Nor  will  I,  Lord,  repine. 

"Why  should  my  heart  complain, 

When  wisdom,  truth,  and  love 
Direct  the  stroke,  inflict  the  pain, 

And  point  to  joys  above? 

How  short  my  sufferings  here; 

How  needful  every  ci 
Away  with  doubt,  distrust,  and  fear, 

Nor  call  my  gain  my  loss. 

Then  give  or  take  away, 

I'll  bless  thy  sacred  name : 
Jesus  to-day,  and  yesterday, 

And  ever  is  the  same. 

Christ  Sympathizes  with  Us.  L.  M.  G  lines. 

WEEN  gathering  clouds  around  I  view, 
And  days  are  dark,  and  friends  are  few, 
On  Him  I  lean,  who  not  in  vain 
human  pain  : 
He  feels  my  2  my  fears, 

And  counts  and  treasures  up  my  b 

2  If  aught  should  tempt  my  soul  to  stray 

From  heav'ni  .  -  narrow  WJ 

To  fly  ti  •    old  pursue, 

Or  do  the  ill  I  would  not  do: 

Still  he  who  felt  temptation's  pow'r, 

Shall  guard  me  in  that  dang'r<us  hour. 

3  When  sorrowing  o'er  oe  I  behd, 
Whicl                               s  a  friend, 
And  from  his  voice,  his  hand,  his  smile, 
I>1\  i                  a  Little  while; 

Thou,  Saviour,  seesl  the  tears  I  shed, 
For  thou  didst  wee]  'rus  dead. 


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CHRISTIAN  RACE. 


4  And  0 !  when  I  have  safely  pass'd 
Through  every  conflict  but  the  last ; 
Still,  still  unchanging  watch  beside 
My  bed  of  death  ;  for  thou  hast  died : 
Then  point  to  realms  of  endless  day, 
And  wipe  the  latest  tear  away. 


CHRISTIAN  EACE. 


Zion's  Joyful  Travelers.  M. 

Children  of  the  heav'nly  King, 
As  we  journey  let  us  sing — 
Sing  our  Saviour's  worthy  praise : 
Glorious  in  his  works  and  ways  ! 

2  We  are  traveling  home  to  God, 
In  the  way  our  fathers  trod ; 
They  are  happy  now,  and  we 
Soon  their  happiness  shall  see. 

3  0  ye  banish'd  seed,  be  glad  ! 
Christ  our  advocate  is  made ; 
Us  to  save,  our  flesh  assumes, 
Brother  to  our  souls  becomes. 

4  Fear  not,  brethren,  joyful  stand, 
On  the  borders  of  our  land- 
Jesus  Christ,  our  Father's  Son, 
Bids  us  undismay'd  go  on. 

5  Lord !  obediently  we'll  go. 
Gladly  leaving  all  below ; 
Only  thou  our  Leader  be, 
And  we  still  will  follow  thee ! 


CHRISTIAN   RACE. 


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v)d^        God,  the  Pibjrim's  Guide.  M.8s,7s&4. 

uide  me,  0  thou  great  Jehovah  ! 
Pilgrim  through  this  barren  land; 
I  am  weak,  but  thou  art  mighty; 

Hold  me  with  thy  powerful  hand : 

Bread  of  heaven  ! 
Feed  me  till  I  want  no  more. 

2  Open,  Lord,  the  crystal  fountain, 

"Whence  the  healing  waters  flow; 
Let  the  fiery  cloudy  pillar 

Lead  me  all  my  journey  through  : 

Strong  deliverer ! 
Be  thou  still  my  strength  and  shield. 

3  When  I  tread  the  verge  of  Jordan, 

Bid  my  anxious  fears  subside ; 
Death  of  death,  and  hell's  destruction ! 
Land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  side: 

Songs  of  praises 
I  will  ever  give  to  thee. 

Ode)  "Hinder  Me  Not."  C.  M. 

IN  all  my  Lord's  appointed  ways 
My  journey  I'll  pursue; 
"  Hinder  me  not,"  ye  much-loved  saints, 
For  I  must  go  with  you. 

2  Through  floods  and  flames,  if  Jesus  lead, 

I'll  Follow  when 
''Hinder  me  not/'  shall  be  my  cry, 
Though  earth  and  hell  oj  | 

3  Through  duties,  and  through  trials  too, 

I'll  go  at  his  command  ; 
"Hinder  me  nol  jw  for  I  am  bound 
To  my  Immanuel's  land. 

4  And,  when  my  Sariour  calls  me  home, 

Still  this  my  cry  shall  be, — 
"  Hii 

I'll  gladly  go  with  I 

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OdO  But  Tivo  Ways.  C.  M. 

There  is  a  path  that  leads  to  God ; 
All  others  go  astray ; 
v      Narrow,  but  pleasant,  is  the  road, 
And  christians  love  the  way. 

2  It  leads  straight  through  this  world  of  sin, 

And  dangers  must  be  past ; 
But  those  who  boldly  walk  therein 
Will  come  to  heaven  at  last. 

3  While  the  broad  road,  where  thousands  go, 

Lies  near,  and  opens  fair ; 
And  many  turn  aside,  I  know, 
To  walk  with  sinners  there. 

4  But,  lest  my  feeble  steps  should  slide, 

Or  wander  from  thy  way, 
Lord,  condescend  to  be  my  guide, 
And  I  shall  never  stray. 


637 


Looking  to  Jesus. — Heb.  12 :  2.      C.  M. 

Lo !  what  a  cloud  of  witnesses 
Encompass  us  around  ; 
Men  once  like  us,  with  suffering  tried, 
But  now  with  glory  crowiVd. 

2  Let  us,  with  zeal  like  theirs  inspired., 

Strive  in  the  Christian  race  ; 
And,  freed  from  every  weight  of  sin, 
Their  holy  footsteps  trace. 

3  Behold  a  witness  nobler  still, 

Who  trod  affliction's  path : 
Jesus — the  author — finisher — 
Re  warder  of  our  faith. 

4  He,  for  the  joy  before  him  set, 

And  moved  by  pitying  love, 
Endured  the  cross,  despised  the  shame, 
And  now  he  reigns  above. 


CHRISTIAN   RACE. 


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421 


5  Thither,  forgetting  things  behind, 
Press  we  to  Goers  right  hand; 
There,  with  the  Saviour  and  his  saints 
Triumphantly  to  stand. 

\)0O  Encouraging  Examples.  C.  M. 

Rise,  0  my  soul!  pursue  the  path 
By  ancient  worthies  trod  ; 
Aspiring,  view  those  holy  men. 
Who  lived  and  walked  with  God. 

2  Tho'  dead,  they  speak  in  reason's  ear, 

And  in  example  live  ; 
Their  faith,  and  hope,  and  mighty  deeds 
Still  fresh  instruction  give. 

3  'Twas  thro'  the  Lamb's  most  precious  blood 

They  conquered  every  foe ; 
And  to  his  power  and  matchless  grace 
Their  crowns  of  life  they  owe. 

4  Lord,  may  I  ever  keep  in  view 

The  patterns  thou  hast  given ; 
And  ne'er  forsake  the  blessed  road 
That  led  them  safe  to  heaven. 


639 


The  Ransomed  Shall  Return.        C.  M. 

Sing,  all  ye  ransomed  of    the  Lord, 
Your  great  Deliverer  sing  : 
Pilgrims,  for  Zion's  city  bound, 
Be  joyful  in  your  King. 

2  See  the  fair  way  his  hand  hath  made, 
How  peaceful  and  how  plain; 
The  simplest  trav'ler  shall  not  err, 
Nor  seek  the  road  in  vain. 

."J   No  ravening  lion  shall  destroy, 
Not  lurking  serpent  wound  : 
Safety,  Bupport,  and  beayenly  joy 
Through  all  the  way  are  foun  1. 


4  A  hand  divine  shall  lead  you  on 
Along  the  blissful  road ; 

Till  to  the  sacred  mount  you  rise, 
And  city  of  your  God. 

5  There  garlands  of  immortal  joy 

Shall  bloom  on  every  head ; 
While  pain,  and  sorrow,  and  distress, 
Like  shadows,  all  are  fled. 

6  Proceed  in  your  Redeemer's  strength, 

Pursue  his  footsteps  still ; 
And  let  the  prospect  cheer  your  eyes, 
While  you  ascend  the  hill. 

04U  Homeward  Bound.  M.  10,7,10,7,10,10,10,7. 

We  live  as  pilgrims  and  strangers  below ; 
We're  homeward  bound — homeward  bound ;  ] 
Though  often  tempted,  yet  onward  we  go ; 

We're  homeward  bound— homeward  bound. 
Trials  and  crosses  we  cheerfully  bear, 
Toils  and  temptations  expecting  to  share  ; 
AVe  hasten  forward  content  with  the  fare ; 
We're  homeward  bound — homeward  bound. 

2  Earth  with  its  trifles  we  all  have  resigned ; 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c. 
Heaven  with  its  glories  we  shortly  shall  find ; 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c. 
Sinful  amusements  no  longer  are  dear ; 
O  how  delusive  and  vain  they  appear, 
While  to  our  home  we  are  drawing  so  near ; 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c, 

3  We'll  tell  the  world,  as  we  journey  along, 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c. 
Try  to  persuade  them  to  enter  our  throng ; 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c. 
Come,  trembling  sinner,  forlorn  and  opprest, 
Join  in  our  number,  O  come  and  be  blest ; 
Journey  with  us  to  the  mansions  of  rest; 

We're  homeward  bound,  &c. 


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4  Soon  -we'll  be  singing,  if  faithful  we  prove : 
We're  home  at  last — home  at  last ! 

Sounding  in  triumph,  in  mansions  above: 
We're  home  at  last — home  at  last ! 

Soon  as  our  toils  and  temptations  are  o'er : 

Up  to  our  home  with  the  blest  we  shall  soar ; 

0  how  we'll  shout,  as  we  enter  the  door ; 
We're  home  at  last! — home  at  last! 


641 


The  Christian  Race.  L.  M. 

Awake,  our  souls,  away  our  fears  ! 
Let  every  trembling  thought  be  gone ; 
Awake,  and  run  the  heav'nly  race, 
And  put  a  cheerful  courage  on. 

True,  'tis  a  strait  and  thorny  road, 
And  mortal  spirits  tire  and  faint ; 
But  they  forget  the  mighty  God, 
Who  feeds  the  strength  of  every  saint. 

The  mighty  God,  whose  matchless  pow'r 
Is  ever  new,  and  ever  young ; 
And  firm  endures,  while  endless  years 
Their  everlasting  age  prolong. 

From  thee,  the  overflowing  spring, 
Our  souls  shall  drink  a  full  supply  ; 
While  such  as  trust  their  native  strength, 
Shall  melt  away,  and  droop,  and  die. 

Swift  as  an  eagle  cuts  the  air, 
We'll  mount  aloft  to  thine  abode  : 
On  wings  of  love  our  souls  shall  fly, 
Nor  tire  amidst  the  heav'nly  road. 


642 


L.  M. 


Pihjrim's  Future  Home, 

UTI/Vve  no  abiding  city  b< 

n    This  may  distress  the  worldly  mind, 

But  should  not  cost  the  saint  a  tear, 
Who  hopes  a  better  reel  to  and. 


*    424  CHRISTIAN    RACE. 


2  "  We've  no  abiding  city  here  ;" 

Sad  truth,  were  this  to  be  our  home  ; 
But  let  this  thought  our  spirits  cheer — 
"We  seek  a  city  yet  to  come." 

3  "We've  no  abiding  city  here:" 

Then  let  us  live  as  pilgrims  do ; 

Let  not  the  world  our  rest  appear, 

But  let  us  haste  from  all  below. 

4  "  We've  no  abiding  city  here :" 

We  seek  a  city  out  of  sight ; 
Zion  its  name,  the  Lord  is  there  ; 
It  shines  with  everlasting  light. 

5  0  sweet  abode  of  peace  and  love, 

Where  pilgrims  freed  from  toil  are  blest ! 
Had  I  the  pinions  of  the  dove. 
I'd  fly  to  thee,  and  be  at  rest. 

6  But  hold,  my  soul,  nor  dare  repine ; 

The  time  my  God  appoints  is  best ; 
While  here,  to  do  his  will  be  mine, 
And  his  to  fix  my  time  of  rest. 


643 


Joyfully  I  Move.     P.  M.  10,10,10,10. 

Joyfully,  joyfully  onward  I  move  ; 
Bound  for  the  land  of  bright  spirits  above  : 
Angelic  choristers  sing  as  I  come ; 
Joyfully,  joyfully  haste  to  thy  home. 

;  2  Soon  with  my  pilgrimage  ended  below ; 
Home  to  that  land  of  delight  will  I  go ; 
Pilgrim  and  stranger  no  more  shall  I  roam ; 
Joyfully,  joyfully  resting  at  home. 

;  3  Friends  I  have  there,  who  have  passed  on  before, 
Waiting,  they  watch  me  approaching  the  shore, 
Singing  to  cheer  me  thro'  death's  chilling  gloom: 
Joyfully,  joyfully  haste  to  thy  home. 

a. 


UIJUSTIAX    RACK.  425' 

4  Sounds  of  sweet  melody  fall  on  my  ear — 
Harps  of  the  blessed,  your  voices  I  hear, 
Ringing  in  concert  thro'  heaven's  high  dome: 
"Joyfully,  joyfully  haste  to  thy  home  !  " 

5  Death, with  thy  weapons  of  war, lay  me  low! 
Strike,  king  of  terrors!  I  fear  not  the  blow: 
Jesus  hath  broken  the  bars  of  the  tomb; 
Joyfully,  joyfully  will  I  go  home! 

0  Bright  will  the  morn  of  eternity  dawn, 
Death  shall  be  banished,  his  sceptre  be  gone ; 
Joyfully  then  shall  I  witness  his  doom; 
Joyfully,  joyfully,  safely  at  home! 

044    Pilgrim  Stranger.    P.  M.  9,11,10,10,9,11. 

I'm  a  pilgrim,  and  I'm  a  stranger; 
I  can  tarry,  I  can  tarry  but  a  night; 
Do  not  detain  me,  for  I  am  going 
To  where  the  streamlets  are  ever  flowing. 
Tm  a  pilgrim,  and  Tm  a  stranger ; 
I  can  tarry,  lean  tarry  but  a  niglit. 

2  Of  that  city  to  which  I  journey, 
My  Redeemer,  my  Redeemer  is  the  light ; 
There  is  no  sorrow,  nor  any  sighing, 
Xor  any  tears  there,  nor  any  dying. 

Tm  a  pilgrim,  (C*c. 

3  There  the  glory  is  ever  shining; 
Omylonging  heart,  my  longing  heart  is  there; 
Here,  in  this  country,  so  dark  and  dreary, 
I  long  have  wandered  forlorn  and  weary. 

Tm  a  pilgrim,  d'C. 

4  Father,  mother,  and  sister,  brother, 

If  y<»u  will  not  journey  with  me,  I  must  go; 
For  since  yum-  vain  hope  you  still  will  cherish, 

Should  I  tOO  Linger,  and  with  von  perish? 
Tm  n  [>il<iriui,  <(  v. 


H' 


>    426  CHRISTIAN    RACE. 

j  5  Farewell  neighbors,  with  tears  Fvewarn'd  you; 
I  must  leave  you,  I  must  leave  you,  and  be  gone; 
With  this  your  portion,  your  heart's  desire, 
Why  will  you  perish  in  raging  fire? 
I'm  a  pilgrim,  &c. 

G  Farewell,  drear  earth,  by  sin  so  blighted, — 
In  immortal  beauty  soon  you'll  be  array'd ; 
For  he  who  formed  thee  will  soon  restore  thee 
From  sin  and  death  to  honor  and  glory. 
Tm  a  pilgrim,  &c. 

Happy  in  Eternity.  M,  7s. 

Tail,  my  partners  in  distress, 
Pilgrims  through  this  wilderness, 
Though  in  sorrow  here  you  roam, 
Destitute  and  far  from  home  ; 

Yet,  poor  pilgrims,  you  shall  be 
Happy  in  eternity — 
Yes,  poor  pilgrims  you  shall  be 
Happy  in  eternity. 

2  Do  not  then  your  fate  deplore, 
Though  despised,  cast  out  and  poor  ; 
Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 
"Child,  your  Father  calls,  come  home!" 

Then  in  glory  you  shall  be,  &c. 

3  Cruel  death,  with  rudest  hands, 
May  divide  the  christian  bands  ; 
But,  in  brighter  worlds  above,* 
Friends  shall  meet  with  friends  they  love, 

Where,  united,  you  shall  be,  &c. 

4  Just  beyond  this  vale  of  tears, 
Lo,  a  fruitful  land  appears  ; 
Pilgrim,  lift  your  eyes  and  see — 
There's  the  home  prepar'd  for  thee : 

Where  with  Jesus  you  shall  be,  &c. 

&8L 


CHRISTIAN    KA<  >:.  427  l 

646 


W 


Our  Journeying  to  Canaan.         C.  M. 

^e're  marching  to  the  promis'd  land, 
A  land  all  fair  and  bright ; 
Come,  join  our  happy  pilgrim  band, 
And  seek  the  plains  of  light. 

( )  conn  ,  and  join  our  pilgrim  band, 

Our  toils  and  triumphs  share; 
We  soon  shall  reach  the  promts d  land, 
And  rest  forever  there. 

2  The  deep  red  sea's  already  croe 
Safe  on  its  banks  we've  stood, 
And  seen  our  foes — old  Pharaoh's  host, 
Plunged  in  the  angry  flood. 
0  come,  d'c. 

i     3  The  Saviour  feeds  his  little  flock, 
His  grace  is  richly  giv'n : 
The  living  water  from  the  rock 
And  daily  bread  from  heav'n. 
0  come,  dr. 

4  lo  Canaan's  land  he  points  the  way. 
And  guides  our  feet  aright ; 
A  cloudy  pillar  leads  by  day, 
A  fiery  one  by  night. 

0  '-nun-,  d'c. 


5  Come  with  us,  we  will  do  thee  good, 

Here  is  our  heart  and  hand, 
To  meet  you  over  Jordan's  flood, 
And  share  the  promis'd  land. 
0  come,  (be, 

6  There  in  that  Land  no  tears  are  Bhed, 

No  M_rli>  escape  the  ln-art ; 
To  joy's  full  fountain  all  are  led, 

And  there  they  nerer  part. 
0  oome,  <!•'■. 


428  CHRISTIAN  RACE. 


647 


N° 


The  Poor  Cottager.  C.  P.  M. 

0  foot  of  land  do  I  possess ; 
No  cottage  in  this  wilderness  : 

A  poor  way-faring  man, 
I  lodge  awhile  in  tents  below, 
Or  gladly  wander  to  and  fro, 

Till  I  my  Canaan  gain. 

2  Nothing  on  earth  I  call  my  own ; 
A  stranger  to  the  world  unknown, 

1  all  their  goods  despise : 

I  trample  on  their  whole  delight, 
And  seek  a  city  out  of  sight — 
A  city  in  the  skies. 

3  There  is  my  house  and  portion  fair  ; 
My  treasure  and  my  heart  are  there, 

And  my  abiding  home  ; 
For  me  my  elder  brethren  stay, 
And  angels  beckon  me  away, 

And  Jesus  bids  me  come  ! 

Heaven  Seen  by  Faith.  L.  M. 

s  when  the  weary  traveler  gains 
The  height  of  some  commanding  hill, 
His  heart  revives,  if  o'er  the  plains 
He  sees  his  home,  though  distant  still, — 

2  So  when  the  christian  pilgrim  views, 
By  faith,  his  mansion  in  the  skies, 
The  sight  his  fainting  strength  renews, 
And  wings  his  speed  to  reach  the  prize. 

3  The  hope  of  heaven  his  spirit  cheers ; 
No  more  he  grieves  for  sorrows  past, 
Nor  any  future  conflict  fears, 
So  he  may  safe  arrive  at  last. 

4  0  Lord,  on  thee  our  hopes  we  stay, 
To  lead  us  on  to  thine  abode, 
Assured  thy  love  will  far  overpay 
The  hardest  labors  of  the  road. 


k- 


CHRISTIAN    RACK,  4'2\)     ' 

:  04y  The  Good  Old  Way.  L.  M. 

T  ift  up  your  hearts,  ImmanueT  a  friends, 
-Li  And  taste  the  pleasure  Jesus  sends; 
Let  nothing  oanse  job  to  delay, 
But  hasten  on  the  good  old  way, 

2  Our  conflicts  here,  though  great  they  be, 
Shall  not  prevent  our  victory, 
If  we  but  watch)  and  strive,  and  pray, 
Like  soldiers  in  the  good  old  way. 

3  0,  good  old  way,  how  sweet  thou  art ! 
May  none  of  us  from  thee  depart ; 
But  may  our  actions  always  say, 
We're  marching  in  the  good  old  way. 

4  Though  Satan  may  his  power  employ. 
Our  peace  and  comfort  to  destroy ; 
Yet  never  fear,  we'll  gain  the  day. 
And  triumph  in  the  good  old  way. 

5  And  when  on  Pisgah's  top  we  stand. 
And  view  by  faith  the  promis'd  land, 
Then  we  may  sing,  exult,  and  pray. 
And  march  along  the  good  old  way. 

C  Ye  valiant  souls,  for  heav'n  contend; 
Remember,  glory's  at  the  end: 
Our  God  will  wipe  all  tears  away. 
When  we  have  run  tin1  good  old  way. 

7  Then  far  beyond  this  mortal  shore, 
We'll  meet  with  those  who've  gone  before, 
And  shout  to  think  we've  gain'd  the  day, 
By  marching  in  the  good  old  way. 


Dwelling  with  God.  S.  M. 

UI70REVEB  with  the  Lord  !  " 

1       Alien  I  SO  I^t   it   he  : 
Life  from  tin-  dead  IS  in  that  word, — 
'Tis  immortality. 


430  CHRISTIAN   RACE. 


"0 


2  Here  in  the  body  pent, 
Absent  from  him,  I  roam, 

Yet  nightly  pitch  my  moving  tent 
A  day's  march  nearer  home. 

3  My  Father's  house  on  high — 
Home  of  my  soul — how  near, 

At  times,  to  faith's  foreseeing  eye 
The  golden  gates  appear ! 

4  "  Forever  with  the  Lord ! " 
Father,  if  'tis  thy  will, 

The  promise  of  that  faithful  word 
E'en  here  to  me  fulfil. 

5  So  when  my  latest  breath 
Shall  rend  the  veil  in  twain, 

In  death  I  shall  escape  from  death, 
And  life  eternal  gain. 

6  Knowing  as  I  am  known, 
How  shall  I  love  that  word, 

And  oft  repeat  before  the  throne, 
"  Forever  with  the  Lord!" 

7  The  trump  of  final  doom 
Shall  speak  the  self-same  word, 

And  heaven's  voice  sound  through  the  tomb, 
"  Forever  with  the  Lord!  " 

wl        The  Roads  to  Hell  and  Heaven.     C.  M.  [ 

Wide  is  the  gate,  and  broad  the  way, 
Which  leads  to  endless  woe ! 
My  soul,  behold  what  multitudes 
Down  to  perdition  go  ! 

2  But  yonder  see  that  narrow  path, 
Which  leads  to  endless  bliss — 
There  see  a  happy,  chosen  few 
Redeem'd  by  sov'reign  grace. 


CHRISTIAN   RACE.  431 

3  They  from  destruction's  city  came — 

To  Zi<>ii  upward  tend : 
The  Bible  is  their  precious  map. 
And  God  himself  their  friend. 

4  Dear  Lord,  I  would  a  pilgrim  be ; 

Guide  thou  my  feet  aright ; 
I  would  not  for  ten  thousand  worlds, 
Be  banish'd  from  thy  sight. 

5  ;Tis  heav'n  to  see  thy  blissful  face — 

I  long  to  dwell  above, 
To  feast  on  thy  unbounding  stores, 
And  praise  redeeming  love. 

\)dZ  The  Pilgrim's  Song.       M.  7s  &  6s.  \ 

Rise,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings, 
Thy  better  portion  trace ; 
Rise  from  transitory  things 

Toward  heaven,  thy  native  place : 
Sun,  and  moon,  and  stars  decay, 

Time  shall  soon  this  earth  remove ; 
Rise,  my  soul,  and  haste  away 
To  seats  prepared  above. 

2  Rivers  to  the  ocean  run, 
Nor  stay  in  all  their  course; 

Fire,  ascending,  seeks  the  sun — 
Both  speed  them  to  their  source: 

So  a  soul  that's  born  of  God 

Pants  to  view  his  glorious  face ; 

rpward  tend-  to  his  abode, 
To  rest  in  his  embrs 

3  Cease,  ye  pilgrims,  cease  to  mourn, 
Press  onward  to  the  prize: 

y<»ur  Saviour  will  return, 

Triumphant  in  the  ski'-: 
\>  -  i  season,  ami  you  know 

Happy  entrance  will  be  given  ; 
All  your  sorrows  left  below, 

And  earth  exchanged  for"  hdaven. 


'  432  CHRISTIAN   EACB 

\JOO       Hardships  of  Ziorts  Travelers.      CM. 
TirnAT  poor,  despised  company 
V?    Of  travelers  are  these, 
Who  walk  in  yonder  narrow  way, 
Along  the  rugged  maze  ? 

2  Ah !  these  are  of  a  royal  line, 

All  children  of  a  King ; 
Heirs  of  immortal  crowns  divine, 
And,  lo !  for  joy  they  sing. 

3  Why  do  they,  then,  appear  so  mean, 

And  why  so  much  despis'd? — 
Because  of  their  rich  robes, unseen, 
The  world  is  not  apprized. 

4  But  some  of  them  seem  poor,  distressed, 

And  lacking  daily  bread ; — 
Oh  !  they're  of  boundless  wealth  possessed, 
With  hidden  manna  fed ! 

5  But  why  keep  they  the  narrow  road, 

That  rugged  thorny  maze? 
Why,  that's  the  way  their  Leader  trod; 
They  love  and  keep  his  ways. 

6  Why  must  they  shun  that  pleasant  path 

That  worldings  love  so  well? 
Because  that  is  the  way  to  death ; 
The  open  road  to  hell. 

7  What !  is  there  then  no  other  road 

To  Salem's  happy  ground  ? 

Christ  is  the  only  way  to  God : 

None  other  can  be  found. 

D04  The  Race  for  Glory.  C.  M. 

Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve, 
And  press  with  vigor  on  ; 
A  heavenly  race  demands  thy  zeal, 
And  an  immortal  crown. 


CHRISTIAN    RACE.  433     i 


2  'Tis  God's  all-animating  voice 

That  calls  thee  from  on  high: 
'Tis  his  own  hand  presents  the  prize 
To  thine  aspiring  eye. 

3  A  cloud  of  witnesses  around 

Hold  thee  in  full  survey ; 
Forget  the  steps  already  trod, 
And  onward  urge  thy  way. 

4  Blest  Saviour  !  introduced  by  thee, 

Have  I  my  race  begun  ; 
And,  crown'd  with  vict'ry,  at  thy  feet 
I'll  lay  my  trophies  down. 

000  Pilgrim's  Invitation.   P.  M.  8,6,8,6,8,8,8,6. 

We're  trav'ling  home  to  heav'n  above ; 
Will  you  go?  will  you  go  ? 
To  sing  the  Saviour's  dying  love  ; 
Will  you  go  ?  will  you  go? 
Millions  have  reach'd  that  blest  abode, 
And  millions  more  are  on  the  road, 
Anointed  kings  and  priests  to  God ; 
Will  you  go?  will  you  go  ? 

2  We  go  to  see  the  bleeding  Lamb,  &c. 
In  rapt'rous  strains  to  praise  his  name,  &fe 
The  crown  of  life  we  there  shall  wear, 
The  conqueror's  palm  our  hands  shall  bear, 
And  all  the  joys  of  heav'n  we'll  share;  &c 

3  We  go  to  join  the  heav'nly  choir,  &c. 
To  raise  our  voice  and  tune  our  lyre,  &c» 
There  saints  and  angels  gladly  sing 

1 1  -anna  to  their  God  and  King, 

And  make  the  heav'nly  arches  ring,  &c. 

4  Ye  weary,  heavy  laden,  coin-'. 

In  heaven's  courts  there  Btill  is  room, 
The  Lord  is  waiting  to  receive, — 
If  thou  wilt  on  him  now  believe — 

And  wilt  no  more  his  Spirit  grieve;  &5. 


f  434  CHRISTIAN    RACE. 


B' 


5  The  way  to  heav'n  is  straight  and  plain,  &c. 
Repent,  believe,  be  born  again ;  &c. 
The  Saviour  cries  aloud  to  thee, 
"Take  up  thy  cross  and  follow  me, 
And  thou  shalt  my  salvation  see  ;'■  &c. 

\)u\)      The  Broad  and  Narrow  Roads.      L.  M. 
>road  is  the  road  that  leads  to  death, 
And  thousands  walk  together  there ; 
But  wisdom  shows  a  narrow  path, 
With  here  and  there  a  traveler. 

2  "  Deny  thyself,  and  take  thy  cross," 
Is  the  Redeemer's  great  command ; 
Nature  must  count  her  gold  but  dross, 
If  she  would  gain  this  heavenly  land. 

3  The  fearful  soul  that  tires  and  faints, 
And  walks  the  ways  of  God  no  more, 
Is  but  esteemed  almost  a  saint, 

And  makes  his  own  destruction  sure. 

4  Lord,  let  not  all  my  hopes  be  vain ; 
Create  my  heart  entirely  new ; 
Which  hypocrites  could  ne'er  attain, 
Which  false  apostates  never  knew. 

v)t)  I        The  Pilgrimage  of  the  Saints.  '    C.  M. 

Lord,  what  a  wretched  land  is  this, 
That  yields  us  no  supply; 
No  cheering  fruits,  no  wholesome  trees, 
Nor  streams  of  living  joy! 

2  But  pricking  thorns  thro'  all  the  ground, 

And  mortal  poisons  grow ; 
And  all  the  rivers  that  are  found, 
With  dang'rous  waters  flow. 

3  Yet  the  dear  path  to  thine  abode 

Lies  through  this  horrid  land  ; 
Lord  we  would  keep  the  heav'nly  road, 
And  run  at  thy  command. 


CHRISTIAN    KACE. 


4  By  glimmering  hopes,  and  gloomy  fears, 

We  trac^  the  dangerous  road ; 
Through  dismal  deeps  and  Satan's  snares 
We  make  our  way  to  God. 

5  Our  journey  is  a  thorny  maze 

But  we  march  upwards  still; 
Forget  the  troubles  of  the  ways, 
And  aim  for  Zion's  hill. 

G  See  the  kind  angels  at  the  gates, 
Inviting  us  to  come; 
There  Jesus,  the  forerunner  waits, 
To  welcome  travelers  home. 

OOO     Pilgrim's  Hope.     P.  M.  6,6,9,6,7,7,6,10. 

Our  bondage  here  shall  end, 
By  and  by — by  and  by ; 
Our  bondage  here  shall  end,  by  and  by: 
From  Egypt's  yoke  set  free, 
Hail  the  glorious  jubilee, 
And  to  Canaan  march  along, 
By  and  by — by  and  by  ; 
And  to  ( 'anaan  march  along,  by  and  by. 

2  Our  Deliv'rer  he  shall  come,  by  and  by,  &c. 
And  our  sorrows  have  an  end, 
With  our  three  score  years  and  ten. 
And  vast  glory  crown  the  day,  by  and  by,  &c. 

j  3  Though  our  enemies  are  strung,  we'll  go  on,  &C. 
Though  our  hearts  dissolve  with  fear, 
Lo !   Sinai's  God  is  near! 
While  the  fiery  pillar  moves,  we'll  go  en,  &c. 

4  Through  Marsh's  bitter  streams,  we'll  go  on,&c.  I 

Though  Baca'fl  vale  he  dry. 
And  the  land  yield  DO  supply: 
To  a  land  of  corn  and  wine,  we'll  gp  on,  &C. 

g) _______ 


!436 


CHRISTIAN    WARFARE. 


5  And  when  to  Jordan's  floods,  we  are  come,  &c. 
Jehovah  rules  the  tide — 
And  the  waters  he'll  divide, 
And  the  ransom' d  host  shall  shout,  we  are  come,&c.  \ 

;  6  Then  friends  shall  meet  again,  who  have  lov'd,  &c.j 
Our  embraces  shall  be  sweet, 
At  the  dear  Redeemer's  feet ; 
When  we  meet  to  part  no  more,  who  have,  &c. 

7  Then  with  that  happy  throng,  we'll  rejoice,  &c. 
Shouting  praises  to  our  King, 
Till  the  vaults  of  heaven  ring ; 
And  through  all  eternity,  we'll  rejoice,  &c. 


CHRISTIAN  WARFARE. 


659 


Holy  Fortitude.— 1  Cor.  16:  13.     C.  M. 

Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  cross, 
A  follower  of  the  Lamb  ? 
And  shall  I  fear  to  own  his  cause, 
Or  blush  to  speak  his  name  ? 

2  Must  I  be  carried  to  the  skies 

On  flow'ry  beds  of  ease  ? 
While  others  fought  to  win  the  prize 
And  sailed  through  bloody  seas. 

3  Are  there  no  foes  for  me  to  face? 

.  Must  I  not  stem  the  flood  ? 
Is  this  vain  world  a  friend  to  grace, 
To  help  me  on  to  God  ? 

4  Sure  I  must  fight,  if  I  would  reign ; 

Increase  my  courage,  Lord  ! 
I'll  bear  the  toil,  endure  the  pain, 
Supported  by  thy  word. 


CHRISTIAN    WARFARE. 


437 


s> 


5  Thy  saints  in  all  this  rlorioui  war, 

Shall  conquer  though  they  die; 
They  see  the  triumph  from  afar, 
With  faith's  discerning  eye. 

6  When  that  illustrious  day  shall  rise, 

And  all  thy  armies  shme 
In  robes  of  vict'ry  through  the  skies, 
The  glory  shall  be  thine. 


660 


Christian  Soldier  Encouraged,     M.Ts. 

Brethren,  while  we  sojourn  here, 
Fight  we  must,  but  should  not  fear ; 
Foes  we  have,  but  we've  a  Friend. 
One  that  loves  us  to  the  end : 
Forward,  then,  with  courage  go; 
Long  we  shall  not  dwell  below ; 
Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 
"  Child,  your  Father  calls  ;  come  home!" 

2  In  the  way  a  thousand  snares 
Lie,  to  take  us  unawares  j 

Satan,  with  malicious  art. 

Watches  each  unguarded  part; 

But  from  Satan's  malice  free, 

Saints  shall  soon  victorious  be; 

Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 

"Child,  your  Father  calls;  come  home!'' 

3  But,  of  all  the  foes  we  meet, 
None  so  oft  mislead  our  feet, 
None  betray  us  into  sin, 

Like  the  foes  that  dwell  within; 
\  ejj  let  nothing  spoil  our  peace; 
( 'hrist  will  also  Conquer  these  ; 
Then  the  joyful  news  will  conn'. 

"  Child,  y<>ur  Father  talis;  cortie  home!" 
IK* 


438  CHRISTIAN   WARFARE. 


!  661 


i 


Christian  Warfare  and  Victory.     L.  M. 

Stand  up,  my  soul — shake  off  thy  fears, 
And  gird  the  gospel  armor  on ; 
March  to  the  gates  of  endless  joy, 
Where  Jesus,  thy  great  Captain's  gone. 
Hell  and  thy  sins  resist  thy  course  ; 
But  hell  and  sin  are  vanquished  foes ; 
Thy  Jesus  nailed  them  to  the  cross, 
And  sung  the  triumph  when  he  rose. 
Then  let  my  soul  march  boldly  on, 
Press  forward  to  the  heavenly  gate; 
There  peace  and  joy  eternal  reign, 
And  glittering  robes  for  conquerors  wait. 
There  shall  I  wear  a  starry  crown, 
And  triumph  in  almighty  grace ; 
While  all  the  armies  of  the  skies 
Join  in  my  glorious  Leader's  praise. 


o 


W)<4  The  Whole  Armor.  C.  M. 

speed  thee,  christian,  on  thy  way, 
And  to  thy  armor  cling ; 
With  girded  loins  the  call  obey 
That  grace  and  mercy  bring. 

2  There  is  a  battle  to  be  fought, 
An  upward  race  to  run, 

A  crown  of  glory  to  be  sought, 
A  victory  to  be  won. 

3  The  shield  of  faith  repels  the  dart 
That  Satan's  hand  may  throw ; 

His  arrow  cannot  reach  thy  heart, 
If  Christ  control  the  bow. 

4  0,  faint  not,  christian,  for  thy  sighs 
Are  heard  before  his  throne ; 

The  race  must  come  before  the  prize, 
The  cross  before  the  crown. 


CHRISTIAN   WARFARE.  439 


663 


The  Soldier  Armed.  S.  M. 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise, 
And  put  your  armor  on, 
Strong  in  the  strength  which  God  supplies, 
Through  his  beloved  Son. 

2  Strong  in  the  Lord  of  hosts, 
And  in  his  mighty  pow'r ; 

The  man  who  in  the  Saviour  trusts, 
Is  more  than  conqueror. 

3  Stand  then  in  his  great  might, 
With  all  his  strength  endued  ; 

And  take,  to  arm  you  for  the  fight, 
The  panoply  of  God. 

4  Leave  no  unguarded  place, 
No  weakness  of  the  soul ; 

Take  every  virtue,  every  grace, 
And  fortify  the  whole. 

5  Ever  together  joined, 
To  battle  all  proceed: 

Arm  you  yourselves  with  all  the  mind 
That  was  in  Christ, your  head. 

G       Then  when  your  work  is  done, 
And  all  your  conflicts  past, 
You  shall  o'ercome,  through  Christ  alone, 
And  stand  complete  at  last. 


664 


The  Mind  that  icas  in  Christ.        S.  M. 

Equip  me  for  the  Avar, 
And  teach  my  hands  to  fight ; 
My  simple,  upright  heart  prepare, 
And  guide  my  words  aright. 
Control  my  every  thought; 
My  whole  of  sin  rem 
Let  all  my  works  in  thee  be  wrought ; 
Let  all  be  wrought  in  love. 


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<     440  CHRISTIAN    WARFARE. 


0  arm  me  with  the  mind, 
Meek  Lamb,  that  was  in  thee  ; 
And  let  my  knowing  zeal  be  join'd 
With  perfect  charity. 

With  calm  and  tempered  zeal 
Let  me  enforce  thy  call  ; 
And  vindicate  thy  gracious  will, 
Which  offers  life  to  all. 


0  may  I  love  like  thee, — 
In  all  thy  footsteps  tread  ; 
Thou  hatest  all  iniquity, 

But  nothing  thou  hast  made. 

0  may  I  learn  the  art, 
With  meekness  to  reprove; 
To  hate  the  sin  with  all  my  heart, 
But  still  the  sinner  love. 


665 


The  Christian  Warfare.         M.  8s  & 

Christian  soldiers,  wake  to  glory! 
Hark,  your  Leader  bids  you  rise; 
See  the  crown  of  life  before  ye, 
March  to  seize  the  heavenly  prize. 

2  Let  the  hope  of  full  salvation, 
Helmet-like,  your  head  adorn ; 
Be  the  gospel's  preparation 
On  your  feet  like  sandals  worn. 

3  Let  your  loins  around  be  girded 
By  the  truth  your  lips  profess ; 
From  your  breast  be  danger  warded 
By  the  plate  of  right'ousness. 

4  Let  your  prayers  ascend  with  fervor, 
Without  ceasing  to  the  Lord: 

Not  an  unconcerned  observer, 
Timely  succor  he'll  afford. 


CHRISTIAN    WARFARE.  4-11"" 


5  Faith  and  hope  must  never  languish. 
All  your  cares  upon  him 
He'll  enable  you  to  van  [uiah 
Every  enemy  at  last. 


666 


If.  7a 

Own  en*  shall  I  see  J  — 
And  dwell  with  hi: 
■•ink  the  flowing  fountains 
Of  everlasting  love? 
When  shall  I  be  deliverM 

From  this  vain  world  of  sin, 
And  with  my  blessed  Jesus 
Drink  endless  pleasures  in? 

2  But  now  I  am  a  soldier, — 

My  Captain's  gone  before; 
He's  given  me  my  orders. 

And  tells  me  not  to  fear ; 
And  if  I  hold  out  faithful. 

wn  of  life  he'll  _ 
And  all  hi*  valiant  soldiers 

Eternal  life  shall  have. 

3  Through  grace  I  am  determin'd 

To  con<|uer  though  I 
And  then  away  t<>  •' 

On  wings  of  lote  111  fly. 
Farewell 

I  bid  them  all  adieu  : 
And  you,  my  friends,  pr-.ve  faithful. 

And  on  your  way  pursue. 

4  And  if  yon  meet  with  tr 

And  trial*  on  the  way. 

Then  oast  your 

And  don'1  -ray: 

oly  armor 
Of  faith. 
And  when  your  rao 
YouTI  reign  with  him  sJ 


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CHRISTIAN    PRIVILEGES. 


5  0  do  not  be  discouraged ! 

For  Jesus  is  your  friend ; 
And  if  you  lack  for  knowledge, 

He'll  not  refuse  to  lend  ; 
Neither  will  he  upbraid  you, 

Though  often  you  request : — 
He'll  give  you  grace  to  conquer, 

And  take  you  home  to  rest. 

0  I  Watch  and  Pray,  S.  M. 

y  soul,  be  on  thy  guard — 
Ten  thousand  foes  arise  ; 
And  hosts  of  sins  are  pressing  hard, 
To  draw  thee  from  the  skies. 


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0  watch,  and  fight,  and  pray: 
The  battle  ne'er  give  o'er ; 

Renew  it  boldly  every  day, 
And  help  divine  implore. 
Ne'er  think  the  victory  won, 
Nor  once  at  ease  sit  down  ; 

Thy  arduous  work  will  not  be  done, 
Till  thou  hast  got  thy  crown. 
Fight  on,  my  soul,  till  death 
Shall  bring  thee  to  thy  God ; 

He'll  take  thee,  at  thy  parting  breath, 
Up  to  his  blest  abode. 


CHRISTIAN  PRIVILEGES. 


DUO    The  Hope  of  Heaven  Supporting, 
hen  I  can  read  my  title  clear 
To  mansions  in  the  skies, 
I'll  bid  farewell  to  every  fear, 
And  wipe  my  weeping  eyes. 


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CHRISTIAjN    PRIVILEGES. 


448*1 


2  Should  earth  against  my  soul  engage, 

And  fiery  darts  be  hurl'd, 
TheD  I  ean  smile  at  Satan's  rage, 
And  face  a  frowning  world. 

3  1.  like  a  wild  deluge,  come, 

A  id  storms  of  sorrow  fall  : 

ut  Bafelj  reach  my  home, 
My  God,  my  heaven,  my  all! 

4  There  shall  I  bathe  my  weary  soul 

In  seas  of  heav'nly  rest  : 
And  not  a  wave  of  trouble  roll 
Across  my  peaceful  breast. 

frOo  J0U  and  Triumph.  C.  M. 

Rejoice,  believer  in  the  Lord, 
Who  makes  your  cause  his  own  ; 
The  hope  that's  built  upon  his  word 
Can  ne'er  be  overthrown. 

2  Though  many  foes  beset  your  road, 

And  feeble  is  your  arm, 
Your  life  is  hid  with  Christ  in  God, 
Beyond  the  reach  of  harm. 

3  Weak  as  yon  are.  you  shall  not  faint, 

Or  fainting  shall  not  die  ; 
Jesus,  the  strength  of  every  saint 
Will  aid  you  from  on  high. 

4  As  surely  as  he  overcame 

And  triumpIiM  oner  for  you, 
rarely  you  that  love  his  name 
Shall  triumph  in  him  too. 


670 


7/  U  Writ  with  the  Righteous,       S. 

Wh  vt  cheering  words  are  ti, 
Their  Bweetness  who  can  tell? 
In  time  and  to  eternity, 

Tia  with  the  righteous  well. 


M. 


®444  CHRISTIAN   PRIVILEGES. 


In  every  state  secure, 
Kept  by  Jehovah's  eye  ; 
'Tis  well  with  them  while  life  endures, 
And  well  when  called  to  die. 

;Tis  well  when  joys  arise  ; 
'Tis  well  when  sorrows  flow ; 
;Tis  well  when  darkness  veils  the  skies, 
And  strong  temptations  blow. 

'Tis  well  when  at  his  throne 
They  wrestle,  weep,  and  pray  ; 
'Tis  well  when  at  his  feet  they  groan, 
Though  grieved  at  his  delay. 

'Tis  well  when  Jesus  calls, 
"From  earth  and  sin  arise, 
Join  with  the  hosts  of  ransomed  souls, 
Made  to  salvation  wise." 


671 


Crucified  with  Christ.        L.  P .  M. 

Humble,  and  teachable,  and  mild, 
0  may  I,  as  a  little  child, 
My  lowly  Master's  steps  pursue ! 
Be  anger  to  my  soul  unknown  ; 
Hate,  envy,  jealousy,  be  gone; 
In  love  create  thou  all  things  new. 

2  Let  earth  no  more  my  heart  divide : 
With  Christ  may  I  be  crucified  ; 

To  thee  with  my  whole  heart  aspire: 
Dead  to  the  world  and  all  its  toys, 
Its  idle  pomp,  and  fading  joys, 

Be  thou  alone  my  one  desire. 

3  My  will  be  swallow'd  up  in  thee ; 
Light  in  thy  light  still  may  I  see, 

Beholding  thee  with  open  face ; 
CalPd  the  full  power  of  faith  to  prove, 
Let  all  my  hallow' d  heart  be  love, 

And  all  my  spotless  life  be  praise. 


CHRISTIAN   PRIVILEGES.  445 

4  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  all-quick'ning  fire, 
My  consecrated  heart  inspire, 

Sprinkled  with  the  atoning  blood: 
Still  to  my  soul  thyself  reveal: 
Thy  mighty  working  may  I  feel, 
And  know  that  I  am  one  with  God. 


672 


Look  not  Behind.  L.  M. 

Look  not  behind  ;  you've  broke  the  chain 
That  bound  to  folly  and  despair  ; 
Press  onward  to  the  glorious  land 
Nor  falter  till  you  enter  there. 

2  Look  not  behind  ;  unnumbered  snares 
Are  for  the  loitering  christian  spread — 
False  hopes,  strong  habits,  wild  desires, 
And  ruin's  pit-falls  dark  and  dread. 

3  Look  not  behind  ;  a  blighting  curse 
Was  hers  who  paused  at  Sodom's  bound ; 
She,  lingering,  loved  those  haunts  of  sin, 
And  fearful  retribution  found. 

4  Look  not  behind :  'tis  Satan's  lure, 
To  tempt  you  to  his  realm  again ; 
The  guiding  togel  bids  you  haste, 
And  tarry  not  in  all  the  plain. 

5  Escape  for  life!  the  flames  of  wrath 
Are  redd'ning  on  the  winged  wind; 
See  Zoar's  Bacred  refuge  nigh — 
Look  not  behind! — look  not  behind ! 


673 


0 


"My  Times  arc  in  Thy  Hand."     8,  M. 

Mv  timet  are  in  thy  hand  : 
My  God,  I  wish  them  tli 
My  life,  my  friend.-',  my  soul  J  Leave 
Entirely  to  thy  care. 

2 4 


My  times  are  in  thy  hand, 
Whatever  they  may  be ; 
Pleasing  or  painful,  dark  or  bright, 
As  best  may  seem  to  thee. 

My  times  are  in  thy  hand: 
Why  should  I  doubt  or  fear? 
My   Father's  hand  will  never  cause 
His  child  a  needless  tear. 

My  times  are  in  thy  hand, 
Jesus,  my  Advocate ; 
Nor  shall  thy  hand  be  stretched  in  vain, 
For  me  to  supplicate. 

My  times  are  in  thy  hand ; 
I'll  always  trust  in  thee  ; 
And  after  death,  at  thy  right  hand 
I  shall  forever  be. 


674 


Relying  on  the  Promises.  M.  lis. 

How  firm  a  foundation,  ye  saints  of  the  Lord, 
Is  laid  for  your  faith,  in  his  excellent  word ; 
What  more  can  he  say,  than  to  you  he  hath  said, 
Who  unto  the  Saviour  for  refuge  have  fled? 

!  2  In  every  condition,  in  sickness,  in  health, 
In  poverty's  vale,  or  abounding  in  wealth ; 
At  home  or  abroad,  on  the  land,  on  the  sea, 
"As  thy  days  may  demand,  shall  thy  strength 
ever  be." 

3  "Fear  not,  I  am  with  thee ;  0  be  not  dismayed, 
For  I  am  thy  God,  and  will  still  give  thee  aid ;  ! 
I'll  strengthen  thee,  help  thee,  and  cause  thee  I 

to  stand, 
Upheld  by  my  righteous  omnipotent  hand. 

4  When  through  the  deep  waters  I  call  thee  to  go,  ; 
The  rivers  of  sorrow  shall  not  overflow; 

For  I  will  be  with  thee,  thy  troubles  to  bless, 
And  sanctify  to  thee  thy  deepest  distress. 

& 


>Q 


CHRISTIAN    PRIVILEGES. 


447 


5  When  through  fiery  trials  thy  pathway  shall  lie, 
My  grace,  all-sufficient,  shall  be  thy  supply ; 
The  flames  shall  not  hurt  thoo:  I  only  design 
Thy  dross  to  consume,  and  thy  gold  to  refine. 

6  E'en  down  to  old  age,  all  my  people  shall  prove 
My  sovereign,  eternal,  unchangeable  love: 
And  when  hoary  hairs  shall  their  temples  adorn, 
Like  lambs,  they  shall  still  in  my  bosom  be  borne. 

7  The  soul  that  on  Jesus  hath  lean'd  for  repose 
I  will  not,  I  cannot  desert  to  his  foes ; 

That  soul,  tho*  all  hell  should  endeavor  to  shake, 
I'll  never — no,  never — no,  never  forsake/' 


o 


OiO  The  Heavenly  Vision.  C. 

what  hath  Jesus  bought  for  me ! 
Before  my  ravished  eyes 
Rivers  of  life  divine  I  see, 
And  trees  of  paradise. 

2  I  see  the  blessed  saints  in  light, 
Who  taste  the  pleasure  there ; 

They  are  all  robed  in  spotless  white, 
And  conquering  palms  they  bear. 

3  In  hope  of  that  immortal  crown, 
I  now  the  cross  sustain  ; 

And  gladly  wander  up  and  down, 
And  smile  at  toil  and  pain. 

4  0,  what  are  all  my  sufferings  here, 
If,  Lord,  thou  count  me  meet 

With  that  enraptured  host  t'  appear, 
And  worship  at  thy  feel  I 

joy  or  grief,  give  ease  or  pain, 
Take  life  <»r  friends  away  ; 
But  Let  me  find  them  all  again 

In  that  eventful  day. 


M. 


.jh 


CHRISTIAN    PRIVILEGES.  7l 

|  OiD         Security  in  God's  Covenant.         CM.   : 

My  God,  the  cov'nant  of  thy  love 

lil  Abides  forever  sure ; 

And  in  its  boundless  grace  I  feel 

My  happiness  secure.  | 

\        2  Since  thou,  the  everlasting  God, 
My  Father  art  become — 
My  Saviour,  my  almighty  Friend, 
And  heaven  my  final  home : — 

3  I  welcome  all  thy  sovereign  will, 
For  all  that  will  is  love ; 
i  And  when  thy  way,  great  God,  is  dark, 

I  wait  thy  light  above. 


Thy  covenant,  in  my  dying  hour, 
Shall  dwell  upon  my  tongue ; 


And  when  I  wake,  shall  still  employ 


6' 


My  everlasting  song. 

rtri 

I  8  All  Things  are  Yours.  C.  M. 

Behold  the  grant,  the  King  of  kings 
Hath  to  his  children  given  : 
"  All  things  are  yours,"  it  saith — all  things 
That  are  in  earth  and  heaven. 

The  saints  are  yours,  to  guide  you  home, 
And  bless  you  with  their  pray'rs ; 

The  world  is  yours,  to  overcome 
Its  pleasures  and  its  cares. 

And  life  is  yours,  to  give  it  all 

To  works  of  faith  and  love  ; 
And  death  is  yours,  a  welcome  call 

To  higher  joys  above. 

:  All  present  things  are  yours ;  whatever 
God's  providence  decreed, 
Is  from  his  treasures  culPd  with  care, 
And  sent  to  suit  your  need. 


CHRISTIAN    PERFECTION. 


5  All  things  to  come  are  yours;  and  all 

Shall  ever  ordered  be, 
To  keep  thee  safe,  whate'er  befall, 
And  work  for  good  to  thee. 

6  And  Christ  is  yours — his  sacrifice, 

To  speak  your  sins  forgiven  ; 

His  righteousness  the  only  price 

That  you  can  pay  for  heaven. 

7  Thus  God  is  yours — thus  reconciled, 

His  love  your  bliss  secures  ; 
The  Father  looks  upon  the  child, 
And  says,  "All  things  are  yours. " 


CHRISTIAN  PERFECTION. 

Perfect  Heart  the  Redeemer's  Throne.  C.  &L 

Ofor  a  heart  to  praise  my  God! 
A  heart  from  sin  set  free ; — 
A  heart  that  always  feels  thy  blood, 
So  freely  spilt  for  me ; — 

2  A  heart  resignM,  submissive,  meek, 

My  great  Redeemer's  throne; 
Where  only  Christ  is  heard  to  speak, 
Where  Jesus  reigns  alone. 

3  0  for  a  lowly,  contrite  heart, 

Believing,  true,  and  clean; 
Which  neither  life  nor  death  can  part 
From  him  who  dwells  within; — 

4  A  heart  in  every  thought  renewed, 

And  full  of  love  divine; 
Perfect,  tad  right,  and  pure,  and  good, 

A  copy,  Lord,  of  thine. 
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CHRISTIAN    PERFECTION. 


5  Thy  nature,  gracious  Lord,  impart ; 
Come  quickly  from  above ; 
"Write  thy  new  name  upon  my  heart, 
Thy  new,  best  name  of  love. 

0  I U  Conformity  to  Christ  L.  M. 

Jesus,  my  Saviour,  let  me  be 
More  perfectly  conformed  to  thee : 
Implant  each  grace,  each  sin  dethrone, 
And  form  my  temper  like  thine  own. 

2  Let  the  envenomed  heart  and  tongue, 
The  hand  outstretch^  to  do  me  wrong, 
Excite  no  feelings  in  my  breast, 

But  such  as  Jesus  once  expressed. 

3  To  others  let  me  always  give 
What  I  from  others  would  receive ; 
Good  deeds  for  evil  ones  return, 

Nor  when  provoked,  with  anger  burn. 

4  This  will  proclaim  how  bright,  how  fair, 
The  precepts  of  thy  gospel  are  ; 

And  God  himself,  the  God  of  love, 
His  own  resemblance  will  approve. 

UOU      Prayer  for  Higher  Attainment.       CM. 

Ofor  a  heart  that  loves  to  pray, 
To  converse  with  the  Lord ! 
Fain  would  I  give  myself  away, 
And  lean  upon  his  word. 

2  0  for  invigorating  grace, 

To  raise  my  soul  above ! 
0  for  that  heavenly-mindedness 
That  Satan  cannot  move. 

3  0  for  that  fortitude,  which  can 

My  every  fear  control ! 
Then  would  the  dread  of  sinful  man 
No  more  disturb  my  soul. 


g, 

CHRISTIAN    PERFECTION.  451 


4  Lord,  thou  canst  conquer  every  foe, — 
Thy  greet  can  sanctify ; 
Amen :  0  Lord,  may  it  be  so, 
Let  my  corruptions  die. 

001  Perfect  Freedom  and  Holiness.       C.  M. 

If  thou  impart  thyself  to  me, 
No  other  good  1  Deed ; 
If  thou,  the  Son.  shalt  make  me  free, 
I  shall  be  free  indeed. 

2  I  cannot  rest  till  in  thy  blood 

I  full  redemption  have: 
But  thou,  through  whom  I  come  to  God, 
Canst  to  the  utmost  save. 

3  From  sin — the  guilt,  the  pow'r,  the  pain, — 

Thou  wilt  redeem  my  soul ; 
Lord,  I  believe — and  not  in  vain — 
My  faith  shall  make  me  whole. 

4  I,  too,  with  thee,  shall  walk  in  white ; 

With  all  thy  saints  shall  prove 
The  length,  and  depth,  and  breadth,  and  height 
Of  everlasting  love. 

VOZ  The  Affections  Crucified.  C.  M. 

Jesus,  my  life,  thyself  apply ; 
Thy  Holy  Spirit  breathe: 
My  vile  affections  crucify ; 
Conform  mc  to  thy  death. 

2  Conqu'ror  of  hell,  and  earth,  and  sin, 

Still  with  the  rebel  strive : 
Enter  my  soul  and  work  within, 
And  kill  and  make  alive. 

3  Reign  in  me,  Lord:  thy  foes  control, 

Who  would  not  own  thy  sway  : 
Diffuse  thine  Image  through  my  soul ; 
Shine  to  the  perfect  day. 


452  CHRISTIAN   PERFECTION. 


4  Scatter  the  last  remains  of  sin, 
And  seal  me  thine  abode; 
0  make  me  glorious  all  within, — 
A  temple  built  by  God ! 


683.W 


Spirits  of  Just  Men  made  Perfect.  C.P.  M. 

There  is  a  dwelling-house  above, 
Thither  to  meet  the  God  of  love 
The  pure  in  spirit  go ; 
There  is  a  kingdom  in  the  sky, 
Where  they  shall  reign  with  God  on  high 
Who  serve  him  here  below. 

2  The  pure  in  heart,  the  holy  ones, 
For  whom  the  Saviour's  blood  atones, 

Who're  by  his  Spirit  seal'd — 
His  call  they  willingly  obey 
And  march  along  the  good  old  way, 

With  breast-plate,  sword  and  shield. 

3  Lord,  be  it  mine  like  these  to  choose, 
The  better  part ;  like  these  to  use, 

The  means  thy  love  has  giv'n ; 
Be  holiness  my  aim  on  earth, 
That  death  be  welcomed  as  a  birth, 

To  life  and  bliss  in  heav'n ! 

4  There,  wearing  crowns  and  holding  palms, 
In  "  hymns  devout  and  holy  psalms" 

Those  spirits  just  unite  ; 
Cleans'd  by  the  Lamb,  no  spots  remain, 
No  speck  of  earthly  mould  to  stain 

Their  robes  of  dazzling  white. 

5  No  sounds  of  woe  their  joy  molest, 
No  sense  of  pain  disturbs  their  rest ; 

No  grief  is  felt  within ; 
But  God  has  wiped  away  the  tear 
From  every  face,  and  keeps  them  clear 

From  sorrow  and  from  sin. 


CHRISTIAN    PERFECTION.  453®: 

"Ot:  hanging  for  Holiness.  C.  M. 

Othat  the  Lord  would  guide  my  ways 
To  keep  his  statutes  still! 
0  that  my  God  would  grant  me  grace 
To  know  and  do  his  will ! 

2  0  send  thy  Spirit  down  to  write 

Thy  law  upon  my  heart ! 
Xor  let  my  tongue  indulge  deceit, 
Nor  act  a  liar's  part. 

3  From  vanity  turn  off  my  eyes : 

Let  no  corrupt  design, 
Nor  covetous  desires  arise 
Within  this  soul  of  mine. 

4  Order  my  footsteps  by  thy  word, 

And  make  my  heart  sincere ; 

Let  sin  have  no  dominion,  Lord, 

But  keep  my  conscience  clear. 

5  Make  me  to  walk  in  thy  commands, 

'Tis  a  delightful  road; 
Nor  let  my  head,  or  heart,  or  hands 
Offend  against  my  God. 

vOU  God  Wills  our  Holiness.  L.  M. 

God  wills  that  I  should  holy  be: 
That  holiness  I  long  to  feel  ; 
That  full  divine  conformity 
To  all  my  Saviour's  righteous  will. 

2  See,  Lord,  the  travail  of  thy  soul 
Accomplished  in  the  change  of  mine; 
And  plunge  me,  every  whit  made  whole, 
In  all  the  depths  of  love  divine. 

3  On  thee,  0  God,  my  soul  is  stayM. 
And  waits  to  prove  thine  utmost  will ; 
The  promise  by  thy  mercy  made, 
Thou  canst,  thou  wilt,  in  me  fulfil. 


£2 


'454  CHRISTIAN   PERFECTION. 

4  No  more  I  stagger  at  thy  pow'r, 

Or  doubt  thy  truth,  which  cannot  move: 
Hasten  the  long-expected  hour, 
And  bless  me  with  thy  perfect  love. 

DOD  Purity  of  Heart.  S.  M. 

[lest  are  the  pure  in  heart, 
For  they  shall  see  our  God ; 
The  secret  of  the  Lord  is  theirs; 
Their  soul  is  his  abode. 


B' 


Still  to  the  lowly  soul 
He  doth  himself  impart, 
And  for  his  temple  and  his  throne 
Selects  the  pure  in  heart. 


o 


DO  /  Perfect  Love.         C.  P.  M.  8,8,6,8,8,6. 

Love  divine,  how  sweet  thou  art! 
When  shall  I  find  my  longing  heart 
All  taken  up  by  thee? 
I  thirst,  I  faint,  I  die  to  prove 
The  greatness  of  redeeming  love, 
The  love  of  Christ  to  me. 

2  God  only  knows  the  love  of  God ; — 
0  that  it  now  were  shed  abroad 

In  my  poor  longing  heart ! 
For  love  I  sigh,  for  love  I  pine ; 
This  only  portion,  Lord,  be  mine; 

Be  mine  this  better  part. 

3  0  that  I  may  forever  sit, 
With  Mary,  at  the  Master's  feet ! 

Be  this  my  happy  choice  ; — 
My  only  care,  delight  and  bliss, 
My  joy,  my  heaven  on  earth  be  this, 

To  hear  the  Bridegroom's  voice. 


CHRISTIAN    PERFECTION.  455° 

4  0  that  I  may,  with  favored  John, 
Recline  my  weary  bead  upon 

The  dear  Redeemer's  breast ! 
From  care,  and  sin,  and  sorrow  free, 
Give  me,  0  Lord,  to  find  in  thee 
My  everlasting  rest. 


688 


Longing  to  he  Dissolved  in  Love.     C.  M. 

Jesus  hath  died  that  I  might  live, 
Might  live  to  God  alone ; 
In  him  eternal  life  receive, 
And  be  in  spirit  one. 

2  Saviour,  I  thank  thee  for  thy  grace, 
The  gift  unspeakable ; 

And  wait,  with  arms  of  faith  tf  embrace, 
And  all  thy  love  to  feel. 

3  My  soul  breaks  out  in  strong  desire 
The  perfect  bliss  to  prove ; 

My  longing  heart  is  all  on  fire 
To  be  dissolved  in  love. 

4  Give  me  thyself:  from  every  boast — 
From  every  wish  set  free  ; 

Let  all  I  am  in  thee  be  lost, 
But  give  thyself  to  me. 

5  Thy  gifts,  alas!  cannot  suffice, 
Unless  thyself  be  given  ; 

Thy  presence  makes  my  paradise, 

And  where  thou  art  is  heaven. 

VO\j  dential  Prayer.  CM. 

Mr  God,  I  know.  I  !  ine, 

And  will  not  quit  my  claim 
Till  ail  It  in  thine, 

And  all  r  '   am. 


J* 


456  CHRISTIAN   PERFECTION. 

2  I  hold  thee  with  a  trembling  hand, 

And  will  not  let  thee  go 
Till  steadfastly  by  faith  I  stand, 
And  all  thy  goodness  know. 

3  Jesus,  thine  all-victorious  love 

Shed  in  my  heart  abroad: 
Then  shall  my  feet  no  longer  rove, 
Rooted  and  fixed  in  God. 

4  0,  that  in  me  the  sacred  fire 

Might  now  begin  to  glow ! 
Burn  up  the  dross  of  base  desire, 
And  make  the  mountain  flow. 

5  0,  that  it  now  from  heaven  might  fall, 

And  all  my  sins  consume ! 
Come,  Holy  Ghost,  for  thee  I  call, 
Spirit  of  burning,  come. 

6  Refining  fire  go  through  my  heart, 

Illuminate  my  soul ; 
Scatter  thy  life  through  every  part, 
And  sanctify  the  whole. 


1690 


The  Shepherd  of  Israel.     M.  8  lines  8s. 

Thou  Shepherd  of  Israel  and  mine, 
The  joy  and  desire  of  my  heart, 
For  closer  communion  I  pine, 

I  long  to  reside  where  thou  art. 
The  pasture  I  languish  to  find, 

Where  all  who  their  Shepherd  obey, 
Are  fed,  on  thy  bosom  reclin'd, 

And  screened  from  the  heat  of  the  day. 
2  Oh  !  show  me  that  happiest  place, 

That  place  of  thy  people's  abode, 
Where  saints  in  an  extasy  gaze, 

And  hang  on  a  merciful  God. 
'Tis  there  with  the  lambs  of  thy  flock, 

There  only  I  covet  to  rest ; 
To  lie  at  the  foot  of  the  rock, 

Or  rise  to  be  hid  in  thy  breast. 


CHRISTIAN'    UNION. 


457 


"Si 


wl  The  Bowl  of  Perfection. 

The  sacred  bond  of  perfeotness 
Is  spotless  charity; 
0  let  us,  Lord,  we  pray,  possess 
The  mind  that  was  in  thee. 

2  Grant  this,  and  then  from  all  below 

Insensibly  remove : 
Our  souls  the  change  shall  scarcely  know. 
Made  perfect  first  in  love. 

3  With  ease  our  souls  through  death  shall  gli 

Into  their  paradise ; 
And  thence  on  wings  of  angels  ride 
Triumphant  through  the  skies. 

4  Yet  then  the  fullest  joy  is  given, 

The  same  delight  we  prove  ; 
In  earth,  in  paradise,  in  heaven, 
Our  all  in  all  is  love. 


CM. 


de   i 


1692 


CHRISTIAN  UNION. 

Beauty  of  Christian  Love.  C.  M. 

How  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight, 
When  those  who  love  the  Lord 
In  one  another's  peace  delight, 
And  thus  fulfil  his  word. 

2  When  each  can  feel  his  brother's  sigh, 

And  with  him  bear  a  part  ; 
When  sorrow  flows  from  eye  to  eye, 
And  joy  from  heart  to  heart ; — 

3  When  free  from  en  tod  pride, 

Our  wishes  ;ill  above, 
Each  can  his  brother* i  failings  hide, 

And  show  a  brother's  1<>\ e 
1M 


JH 


'458 


CHRISTIAN   L'NIOX. 


~ &a 


4  When  love,  in  one  delightful  stream, 

Through  every  bosom  flows  ; 
And  union  sweet,  and  dear  esteem, 
In  every  action  glows. 

5  Love  is  the  golden  chain,  that  binds 

The  happy  souls  above ; 
And  he's  an  heir  of  heaven  that  finds 
His  bosom  glow  with  love. 


V  Christian  Love.  S.  M. 

Let  party  names  no  more 
The  Christian  world  o'erspread, 
Gentile  and  Jew,  and  bond  and  free 
Are  one  in  Christ,  their  head. 

Among  the  saints  on  earth 
Let  mutual  love  be  found ; 
Heirs  of  the  same  inheritance, 
With  mutual  blessings  crown'd. 

Let  envy  and  ill  will 
Be  banished  far  away ; 
Those  should  in  strictest  friendship  dwell, 
Who  the  same  Lord  obey. 

Thus  will  the  church  below 
Resemble  that  above, 
Where  streams  of  pleasure  ever  flow, 
And  every  heart  is  love. 


lm 


Safety  in  Union.  C.  M. 

Jesus,  great  Shepherd  of  thy  sheep. 
To  thee  for  help  we  fly ; 
Thy  little  flock  in  safety  keep, 
For  0  !  the  wolf  is  nigh. 
2  He  comes,  of  hellish  malice  full. 
To  scatter,  tear,  and  slay ; 
He  seizes  every  wandering  soul 
As  his  own  lawful  prey. 


!lL 


zsr 


CHRISTIAN    UNION. 


459' 


3  Yet.  Lord,  we  scorn  his  cruel  power, 

While  by  our  Shepherd's  side; 
The  sheep  he  never  cod  devour, 
tJnlesa  he  iirst  divide. 

4  0,  do  not  suffer  him  to  part 

The  souls  that  here  agree; 
But  make  us  of  one  mind  and  heart, 
And  keep  us  one  in  thee. 

5  Together  let  us  sweetly  live, 

Together  let  us  die ; 
And  each  a  starry  crown  receive, 
And  reign  above  the  sky. 


695 


Church  Union.— Col.  2:  2.  C.  M. 

Our  souls  by  love  together  knit, 
Cemented,  mix'd  in  one; 
One  hope,  one  heart,  one  mind,  one  voice, 
'Tis  heav'n  on  earth  begun ! 

2  Our  hearts  have  often  burned  within, 

And  glowed  with  sacred  fire, 
While  Jesus  spoke,  and  fed  and  bless'd, 
And  fill'd  th'  enlarged  desire. 

3  The  little  cloud  increases  still, 

The  heav'ns  are  big  with  rain; 
We  haste  to  catch  the  teeming  show'r, 
And  all  its  moisture  drain. 

4  A  rill,  a  stream,  a  torrent  flo? 

But  pour  a  mighty  flood  : 
0  sweep  the  nations,  shake  the  earth, 
Till  all  proclaimtthee  God. 

5  And  when  thoq  mak'st  thy  jewels  up, 

And  set's!  thy  starry  crown  ; 

When  all  thy  sparkling  eema  shall  shine. 
Proclaim M  by  thee  thine  own. 


B1 


460  CHRISTIAN   UNION. 

6  May  we,  a  little  band  of  love, 
We  sinners,  sav'd  by  grace ; 
From  glory  unto  glory  chang'd, 
Behold  thee  face  to  face ! 

Christian  Fellowship.  S.  M. 

>lest  be  the  tie  that  binds 
Our  hearts  in  Christian  love ! 
The  fellowship  of  kindred  minds 
Is  like  to  that  above. 

Before  our  Father's  throne 
We  pour  our  ardent  pray'rs ; 
Our  fears,  our  hopes,  our  aims,  are  one — 
Our  comforts  and  our  cares. 

We  share  our  mutual  woes, 
Our  mutual  burdens  bear; 
And  often  for  each  other  flows 
The  sympathizing  tear. 

From  sin,  and  toil,  and  pain, 
Soon  shall  our  souls  be  free ; 
And  perfect  love  and  friendship  reign 
Through  all  eternity. 


697 


Union  and  Peace.  S.  M. 

Blest  are  the  sons  of  peace, 
Whose  hearts  and  hopes  are  one ; 
Whose  kind  designs  to  serve  and  please 
Through  all  their  actions  run. 

Blest  is  the  pious  house 
Where  zeal  and  friendship  meet  ; 
Their  songs  of  praise,  their  mingled  vows, 
Make  their  communion  sweet. 

Thus,  when  on  Aaron's  head 
They  pour'd  the  rich  perfume, 
The  oil  through  all  his  raiment  spread, 
And  fragrance  filPd  the  room. 


CHRISTIAN    UNION.  461 


Thus,  on  the  heav'nly  hills, 
The  saints  are  blest  above; 
Where  joy  like  morning  dew  distils, 
And  all  the  air  is  love. 


"I 


698 


Tlo 

1  Th 


Love  to  the  Saints.  S.  M. 

love  the  sons  of  grace, 
The  heirs  of  bliss  divine, 
Who  walk  in  paths  of  righteousness, 
And  fly  from  every  sin. 

2  They  Jesus'  image  bear ; 
How  lovely  is  the  sight ! 

They  shall  at  length  with  him  appear 
In  everlasting  light. 

3  They  love  the  Father's  name, 
And  gladly  do  his  will ; 

They  humbly  follow  Christ,  the  Lamb, 
In  purity  and  zeal. 

4  Their  footsteps  I'll  pursue 
With  vigor  till  I  die, 

Rejoicing  in  the  pleasing  view 
Of  meeting  them  on  high, 

5  It  is  a  sweet  employ 

To  join  in  worship  here  ; 

But  how  divine  will  be  the joy 

To  see  each  other  there! 

Christian  Union.         P.M. 7,7,7,5. 
[igher,  higher,  higher  raise 
Notes  of  anion — notes  of  praise, 
All  together,  all  our  days. 

Days  of  greatest  length. 

One  in  doctrine,  heart,  and  mind. 
Let  our  int'r  :ubined — 

Preaching  prore  t«>  all  mankind — 
Unity  ia  Btrength. 

1  M 


H' 


J     4(52  CHRISTIAN    UNION. 

I 

3  Bound  in  love  by  righteous  laws — 
Bound  by  Jesus'  sacred  cause, 
By  the  banner  of  his  cross — 

Bound  in  unity. 

4  One  our  pray'rs  as  incense  rise — 
One  in  offering  sacrifice — 
One  in  contest  for  the  prize, 

Faith  and  victory. 

5  Union  makes  a  happy  home, 
Plans  and  fills  the  honey-comb ; 
Union  for  the  time  to  come — 

Fill  our  heart  and  soul. 

6  As  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 
And  the  Spirit,  three  in  one; 
So  let  saints  their  union  own, 

In  perfect  harmony. 

■  vU     Love,  the  Test  of  DisciplesMp.        CM. 

Our  God  is  love ;  and  all  his  saints, 
His  image  bear  below : 
The  heart  with  love  to  God  inspired, 
With  love  to  man  will  glow. 

2  None  who  are  truly  born  of  God 
Can  live  at  enmity ; 

Then  may  we  love  each  other,  Lord, 
As  we  are  loved  by  thee. 

3  Heirs  of  the  same  immortal  bliss, 
Our  hopes  and  fears  the  same, 

With  bonds  of  love  our  hearts  unite, 
With  mutual  love  inflame. 

4  So  may  the  unbelieving  world 
See  how  true  christians  love ; 

And  glorify  our  Saviour's  grace, 
And  seek  that  grace  to  prove. 


CHRISTIAN    I  NIOX. 


701 


Saints  Many,  yet  One.        M.  7  s double. 

Christ,  from  whom  nil  blessings  flow, 
Perfecting  the  saints  below, 
Hoar  us,  who  thy  nature  share, — 
Who  thy  mystic  body  are. 
•loin  us.  in  one  spirit  join  ; 
Let  us  still  receive  of  thine: 
Still  for  more  on  thee  we  call, 
Thou  who  fillest  all  in  all. 

2  Move,  and  actuate,  and  guide: 
Divers  gifts  to  each  divide : 
Placed  according  to  thy  will, 
Let  us  all  our  work  fulfil : 
Never  from  our  office  move  ; 
Needful  to  each  other  prove : 
Let  us  daily  growth  receive, — 
More  and  more  in  Jesus  live. 

?j  Sweetly  may  we  all  agree, 
Touched  with  softest  sympathy  ; 
Kindly  for  each  other  care  ; 
Every  member  feel  its  share. 
Many  are  we  now  and  one, 
We  who  Jesus  have  put  on: 
Names,  and  sects,  and  parties  fall : 
Thou,  0  Christ,  art  all  in  all. 


702 


The  Magnet  of  Christ's  Love.         (\  M. 


k 


JMtJg,  united  by  thv  gnu 
And  each  to  each  endearM, 
"With  confidence  we  seek  thy  face, 

And  know  our  prayer  is  heard. 

2  Still  let  us  own  our  eommoo  Lord, 

And  bear  thine  easy  yoke, — 

A  band  of  love,  i  three-fold  cord, 

Which  never  can  be  broke. 


464         PRAYER    AND    WATCHING. 

3  Make  us  into  one  spirit  drink, 

Conform  us  to  thy  name ; 
And  let  us  always  kindly  think, 
And  sweetly  speak  the  same. 

4  Touched  by  the  loadstone  of  thy  love, 

Let  all  our  hearts  agree ; 
And  ever  t'wards  each  other  move, 
And  ever  move  t'wards  thee. 

5  To  thee,  inseparably  join'd, 

Let  all  our  spirits  cleave ; 

0  may  we  all  the  loving  mind 

That  was  in  thee  receive ! 


PEAYEK  AND  WATCHING. 


703 


P 


What  is  Prayer?  C.  M. 

rayrr  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire, 
Unutter'd  or  expressed ; 
The  motion  of  a  hidden  fire 
That  trembles  in  the  breast. 

2  Prayer  is  the  burden  of  a  sigh, 

The  falling  of  a  tear, 
The  upward  glancing  of  an  eye, — 
When  none  but  God  is  near. 

3  Prayer  is  the  simplest  form  of  speech 

That  infant  lips  can  try ; — 
Prayer,  the  sublimest  strains  that  reach 
The  Majesty  on  high. 

4  Prayer  is  the  christian's  vital  breath, 

The  christian's  native  air  ; 
His  watchword  at  the  gates  of  death, 
He  enters  heaven  with  prayer. 


O 


PRAYER    AND    WATCHING. 


Prayer  is  the  contrite  sinner's  voice, 
Returning  from  his  ways; 

While  angels,  in  their  songs,  rejoice, 
And  cry, — "  Behold,  he  prays  !" 

0  thou,  by  whom  we  come  to  God, 
The  life,  the  truth,  the  way. 

The  path  of  pray'r  thyself  hast  trod, 
"Lord, teach  us  how  to  pray." 


704 


Tray  without  Ceasing. 

Pray'r  was  appointed  to  convey 
The  blessings  God  designs  to  give: 
Long  as  they  live  should  christians  pray, 
For  only  while  they  pray  they  live. 

2  The  christian's  heart  his  pray'r  indites, 
He  speaks  as  prompted  from  within ; 
The  Spirit  his  petition  writes, 

And  Christ  receives  and  gives  it  in. 

3  And  shall  we  in  dead  silence  lie, 
When  Christ  stands  waiting  for  our  pray 
My  soul,  thou  hast  a  Friend  on  high; 
Arise  and  try  thy  int'rest  there. 

4  If  pains  afflict,  or  wrongs  oppress, 
If  cares  distract,  or  fears  dismay, 
If  guilt  deject,  or  sins  distress, 

In  every  case  still  watch  and  pray. 

5  Depend  on  Christ,  thou  canst  not  fail: 
Make  all  thy  wants  and  wishes  known; 
Fear  not — his  merits  must  prevail! 
Ask  but  in  faith,  it  shall  be  done. 


L.M. 


705 


The  Htrcy-Scat.  L.  M. 

From  every  stormy  wind  that  blows — 
From  every  swelling  tide  of  w 
There  is  a  eaun,  a  sure  retreat — 
'Tie  found  beneath  the  mercy-seat. 


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466  PRAYER    AND    WATCHING. 


2  There  is  a  place,  where  Jesus  sheds 
The  oil  of  gladness  on  our  heads ; 

A  place,  than  all  besides  more  sweet — 
It  is  the  blood-bought  mercy-seat. 

3  There  is  a  scene  where  spirits  blend, — 
Where  friend  holds  fellowship  with  friend : 
Though  sundered  far,  by  faith  they  meet, 
Around  one  common  mercy-seat. 

4  Ah !  whither  could  we  flee  for  aid, 
When  tempted,  desolate,  dismayed  ? 
Or  how  the  hosts  of  hell  defeat, 
Had  sufFring  saints  no  mercy-seat? 

5  There,  there  on  eagle-wings  we  soar, 
And  sin,  and  sense  seem  all  no  more  ; 
And  heav'n  comes  down  our  souls  to  greet, 
And  glory  crowns  the  mercy-seat. 

6  0 !  let  my  hand  forget  her  skill, 
My  tongue  be  silent,  cold  and  still ; 
This  bounding  heart  forget  to  beat, 
If  I  forget  the  mercy-seat ! 


706 


Prayer  and  Watchfulness.  CM. 

Alas,  what  hourly  dangers  rise ! 
What  snares  beset  my  way ! 
To  heav'n  0  let  me  lift  my  eyes, 
And  hourly  watch  and  pray. 

2  0  gracious  God,  in  whom  I  live, 

My  feeble  efforts  aid ! 
Help  me  to  watch,  and  pray  and  strive, 
Though  trembling  and  afraid. 

3  Increase  my  faith,  increase  my  hope 

When  foes  and  fears  prevail ; 
And  bear  my  fainting  spirit  up, 
Or  soon  my  strength  shall  fail. 


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PBAYBR    AND   WATCHING.  467 


4  In  every  joy  that  crowns  my  days, 

In  every  ]>ain  I  bear, 
My  heart  shall  find  delight  in  praise, 
Or  seek  relief  in  prayer. 

5  0  keep  me  in  thy  heavenly  way, 

And  bid  the  tempter  flee ; 

And  let  me  never,  never  stray 

From  happiness  and  thee. 


707 


Sweet  Prayer.  M.  lis. 

When  torn  is  the  bosom  by  sorrow  or  care, 
Be  it  ever  so  simple,  there's  nothing  like 
prayer, 
It  comforts,  it  softens,  subdues,  yet  sustains, 
Bids  hope  rise  exulting,  and  passion  restrains; 
Prayer,  prayer,  0,  siceet  prayer  1 
Be  it  ever  so  simple,  (here's  nothing  like  prayer. 

2  When  far  from  the  friends  that  are  dearest  we 

part, 
What  fond  recollections  still  cling  to  the  heart; 
Past  scenes  and  enjoyments  live  painfully  there  ; 
And  restless  we  languish,  till  peace  comes  in 

prayer; 

IV'/ycr,  prayer,  &c. 

3  When  earthly  delusions  would  lead  us  astray 
In  folly's  gay  mazes,  or  sin's  treacherous  way. 
How  strong  tin'  enchantment. he  m  fatal  the  snare! 
But,  looking  to  Jesus,  we  conquer  by  prayer ; 

firayer.  prayer, 

4  While  strangers  to  prayer,  we  are  strangers  to 

bliss, 
The  world  has  no  refuge,  no  solace  like  this; 
And  till  we  the  seraphs  full  ecstacy  share, 
Our  chalice  of  joy  must  be  guarded  by  prayer  ; 
Prayer,  prayi  r,  i 

JH 


468  PRIVATE   DEVOTION. 


708 


Prayer  Divinely  Inspired.  C.  M. 

Prayer  is  the  breath  of  God  in  man, 
Returning  whence  it  came  ; 
Love  is  the  sacred  fire  within, 
And  prayer  the  rising  flame. 

2  It  gives  the  burdened  spirit  ease, 

And  soothes  the  troubled  breast, 
Yields  comfort  to  the  mourner  here, 
And  to  the  weary  rest. 

3  When  God  inclines  the  heart  to  pray, 

He  hath  an  ear  to  hear ; 
To  him  there's  music  in  a  groan, 
And  beauty  in  a  tear. 

4  The  humble  suppliant  cannot  fail 

To  have  his  wants  supplied, 
Since  he  for  sinners  intercedes 
Who  once  for  sinners  died. 


PRIVATE  DEVOTION. 


709 


Secret  Prayer.— Mark  1 :  35.       C.  M. 

My  lovely  Jesus,  while  on  earth, 
Arose  before  'twas  day, 
And  to  a  solitary  place 
Departed,  there  to  pray. 

2  I'll  do  as  did  my  blessed  Lord — 

His  footsteps  I  will  trace ; 

I  love  to  meet  him  in  the  grove, 

And  view  his  smiling  face. 

3  Early  I'll  rise,  and  sing  and  pray, 

While  I  the  light  enjoy ; 
May  this  blest  work  from  day  to  day 
My  heart  and  tongue  employ. 


71 


Prayer  at  Twilight.  C.  M. 

I  love  to  steal  awhile  away, 
From  every  cumbering  care;' 
And  spend  the  hours  of  setting  day, 
In  humble,  grateful  prayer. 

2  I  love,  in  solitude,  to  shed 

The  penitential  tear ; 
And  all  his  promises  to  plead. 
When  none  but  God  is  near.       » 

3  I  love  to  think  on  mercies  past, 

And  future  good  implore ; 
My  cares  and  sorrows  all  to  cast, 
On  him  whom  I  adore. 

4  Lord !  when  life's  toilsome  day  is  o'er. 

May  its  departing  ray 
Be  calm  as  this  impressive  hour, 
And  lead  to  endless  day. 

i 

1  "  Enter  into  thy  Closet."     M.  7  s  A 

Go  when  the  morning  shineth, 
Go  when  the  noon  is  bright, 
Go  when  the  eve  declineth, 
Go  in  the  hush  of  night; 
Go  with  pure  mind  and  feeling, 
Fling  earthly  thought  away. 
And,  in  thy  closet  kneeling. 
Do  thou  in  secret  pray. 

Remember  all  who  love  thee, 
All  who  are  loved  by  thee ; 
Pray,  too,  for  those  who  hate  thee, 

If  any  such  there  be ; 
Then  for  thyself,  in  meekness, 

A  blessing  humbly  claim, 
And  Mend  with  each  petition 

Thy  great  Redeemer's  name. 
:\ 


470  PRIVATE   DEVOTION. 

1 1/W     Prayer  the  Balm  of  Sorrow.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

Owhen  the  tear  is  gushing 
Fr/rni  sorrow's  faded  eye, 
When  gathering  storms  are  rushing 

Across  the  gloomy  sky, 
When  the  full  heart  is  breaking, 

And  hope  is  far  away, 
How  sweet,  the  world  forsaking, 
Alone  with  God,  to  pray ! 

2  The  mourner,  lowly  bending, 

Flies  to  the  Saviour's  feet, 
And  healing  balm,  descending 

From  Mercy's  holy  seat, 
The  joy,  that  earth  gives  never, 

Sheds  o'er  the  troubled  breast; 
And  peace  that  lasts  forever, 

Lulls  every  care  to  rest. 

3  0,  weary  child  of  sadness, 

Pilgrim, bereft  and  lone, 
Behold  the  fount  of  gladness, 

Springing  from  heaven's  throne ; 
Each  want  and  sin  confessing, 

On  Christ  thy  burden  lay, 
And  learn  how  rich  the  blessing, 

Alone  with  God,  to  pray ! 


713 


L 


Communion  with  God.  L.  M. 

From  all  the  world,  and  care  set  free, 
I  love  to  turn  aside  awhile ; 
I  love  to  dwell,  my  God,  with  thee, 
And  leave  behind  whate'er  is  vile. 

2  I  love  to  ponder  on  thy  word, 
And  think  on  thy  majestic  ways ; 
How  Mercy  holds  th'  impending  sword, 
And  speechless  matter  utters  praise. 


PRIVATE    DEVOTION.  471  ' 


3  I  love  to  pray,  and  praying,  praise, 

And  study  "\t  thy  wondrous  plan  ; 

In  gilenee  1  my  song  would  raise, 
And  so  exalt  the  great  God-Man. 

4  I  fain  would  celebrate  thy  love, 

With  heart  and  soul,  and  all  my  pow'r ; 
Send  but  thy  Spirit  from  above, 
And  bless  the  musings  of  this  hour. 

5  Thy  presence  gives  a  peace  serene, 
Thy  smile  a  lasting  joy  attends; 
Thy  Spirit  brightens  every  scene, 
And  joy  with  joy  uniting  blends. 


714 


0 


Nearness  to  God.  CM. 

could  I  find,  from  day  to  day, 
A  nearness  to  my  Lord  ! 
Then  should  my  hours  glide  sweet  away, 
While  leaning  on  his  word. 

2  Lord,  I  desire  with  thee  to  live 

Anew  from  day  to  day — 
In  joys  the  world  can  never  give, 
And  never  take  away. 

3  0,  Jesus,  come  and  rule  my  heart, 

And  make  me  wholly  thine, 

That  I  may  never  more  depart, 

Ndr  grieve  thy  love  divine. 

4  Thus,  till  my  last  expiring  breath, 

Thy  g Inese  I'll  adore; 

And  when  my  flesh  dissolves  in  death, 

My  soul  shall  love  thee  more. 


715 


Hon.  0.  M. 

While  thee  I  Beek,  protecting  Pow'r, 
11-'  my  vain  v\  Lshes  still'd  ; 
And  may  this  consecrated  hour 
With  better  hopes  be  lill'd. 




472  FAMILY   WORSHIP. 

2  Thy  love  the  power  of  thought  bestow'd ; 

To  thee  my  thoughts  would  soar : 
Thy  mercy  o'er  my  life  has  flow'd; 
That  mercy  I  adore. 

3  In  each  event  of  life,  how  clear 

Thy  ruling  hand  I  see  ; 
Each  blessing  to  my  soul  most  dear, 
Because  conferred  by  thee. 

4  In  every  joy  that  crowns  my  days, 

In  every  pain  I  bear, 
My  heart  shall  find  delight  in  praise, 
Or  seek  relief  in  pray'r. 


FAMILY  WOESHIP. 


MORNING  HYMNS. 


716 


Morning  Hymn.  CM. 

Lord,  in  the  morning  I  will  send 
My  prayer  to  reach  thine  ear ; 
Thou  art  my  Father  and  my  Friend, 
My  help,  forever  near. 

2  0  lead  me,  keep  me  all  this  day 

Near  thee,  in  perfect  peace ; 
Help  me  to  watch — to  watch  and  pray, 
To  pray  and  never  cease. 

3  I  know  my  roving  feet  will  err, 

Unless  thou  be  my  guide ; — 

Warn  me  of  every  foe  and  snare, 

And  keep  we  near  thy  side. 

4  Thus,  while  my  moments  smoothly  run, 

I'll  sing  my  hours  away, 
Till  evening  shade  and  setting  sun 
Conclude  in  endless  day. 


FAMILY   WORSHIP.  473  °* 


717 


Morning  Tribute  of  Praise.         S.  M. 

Skk  how  the  morning  sun 
Pursues  his  shining  way; 
And  wide  proclaims  his  Maker's  praise. 
With  every  brightening  ray. 

Thus  would  my  rising  soul 
Its  heavenly  Parent  sing, 
And  to  its  great  Original 
The  humble  tribute  bring. 

Serene  I  laid  me  down, 
Beneath  his  guardian  care  ; 
I  slept — and  I  awoke,  and  found 
My  kind  Preserver  near. 

My  life  I  would  anew 
Devote,  0  Lord,  to  thee ; 
And  in  thy  service  I  would  spend 
A  long  eternity. 


718 


Morning  Hymn.  M. 

Vow  the  shades  of  night  are  gone, 
li  Now  the  morning  light  is  come  : 
Lord,  we  would  be  thine  to-day, 
Drive  the  shades  of  sin  away. 

2  Make  our  souls  as  noon-day  clear, 
Banish  every  doubt  and  fear  ; 

In  thy  vineyard,  Lord,  to-day, 
"We  would  labor,  watch  and  pray. 

3  Keep  our  haughty  passion*  bound, 
Save  us  from  our  foes  around; 
doing  Out  and  coming  in. 

Keep  as  safe  from  every  >in. 

4  When  our  work  of  Life  is  past, 
0,  receive  us  then  at  \w<\  I 
Night  of  sin  will  he  no  more, 
When  we  reach  the  beaVnly  shore. 


720 


721 


When  we,  with  welcome  slumber  pressed     \ 
Had  clos'd  our  weary  eyes, 
A  pow'r  unseen  secured  our  rest, 

And  made  us  joyful  rise. 
Numbers  this  night  have  doubtless  met 

Their  long  eternal  doom, 
And  lost  the  joys  of  morning  light 

In  death's  tremendous  gloom. 
But  life  to  us  its  light  prolongs — 

Let  warmest  thanks  arise ; 
Great  God,  accept  our  morning  songs, 
Our  willing  sacrifice. 

I 
A  Morning  Song.  C.  M.  \ 

God  of  my  life  !  my  morning  song 
To  thee  I  cheerful  raise: 
Thy  acts  of  love  His  good  to  sing, 
And  pleasant  His  to  praise. 

2  Preserved  by  thine  almighty  care 

I  passed  the  shades  of  night, 
Serene,  and  safe  from  every  harm, 
To  see  the  morning  light. 

3  0,  let  the  same  almighty  care 

Through  all  this  day  attend ; 
From  every  danger,  every  snare, 
My  heedless  steps  defend. 

4  Smile  on  my  minutes  as  they  roll, 

And  guide  my  future  days  ; 
And  let  thy  goodness  fill  my  soul 
With  gratitude  and  praise. 


A  Morning  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Once  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day 
Salutes  thy  waking  eyes  ; 
Once  more,  my  voice,  thy  tribute  pay 
To  him  who  rules  the  skies. 


FAMILY    WORSHIP. 


477* 


2  How  many  souls  from  earth  have  fled 

Since  tho  last  sotting  sun  ! 
And  yet  God  lengthens  out  my  thread, 
And  yet  my  moments  run. 

3  Great  God,  let  all  my  hours  be  thine, 

While  I  enjoy  the  light ; 
Then  shall  my  sun  in  smiles  decline, 
And  bring  a  peaceful  night. 


722 


Morning  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Through  all  the  dangers  of  the  night 
Preserved,  0  Lord,  by  thee, 
Again  we  hail  the  cheerful  light, 
Again  we  bow  the  knee. 

2  Preserve  us,  Lord,  throughout  the  day, 

And  guide  us  by  thine  arm  ; 
For  they  are  safe,  and  only  they, 
Whom  thou  preserv'st  from  harm. 

3  Let  all  our  words  and  all  our  ways 

Declare  that  we  are  thine; 
That  so  the  light  of  truth  and  grace 
Before  the  world  may  shine. 

4  Let  us  ne'er  turn  away  from  thee ; 

Blest  Saviour,  hold  us  fast, 
Till,  with  immortal  eyes,  we  see 
Thy  glorious  face  at  last. 


723 


Morning  Hymn.  L.  M. 

God  of  the  morning,  at  thy  voice 
The  cheerful  sun  makes  haste  to  rise, 
And,  like  a  giant,  doth  rejoice 
To  run  his  journey  through  the  skies. 

2  0,  like  the  sun,  may  I  fulfil 
Th'  appointed  duties  of  the  day; 
With  ready  mind  and  active  will 
March  on,  and  keep  my  heav'nly  way. 


3  Give  me  thy  counsels  for  my  guide, 
And  then  receive  me  to  thy  bliss ; 
All  my  desires  and  hopes  beside 
Are  faint  and  cold,  compared  with  this. 


724 


725 


Morning  Thanks.  C.  M. 

Again,  from  calm  and  sweet  repose, 
I  rise  to  hail  the  dawn ; 
Again  my  waking  eyes  unclose, 
■        To  view  the  smiling  morn. 

2  Great  God  of  love,  thy  praise  I'll  sing ; 

For  thou  hast  safely  kept 
My  soul  beneath  thy  guardian  wing, 
And  watched  me  while  I  slept. 

3  Glory  to  thee,  eternal  God  ; 

0  teach  my  heart  to  pray, 
And  thy  blest  Spirit's  help  afford,  ' 
To  guide  me  through  the  day. 


726 


Morning  TJianks.  M. 

Thou  who  dost  my  life  prolong ! 
Kindly  aid  my  morning  song ; 
Thankful,  from  my  couch  I  rise, 
Praising  God  who  rules  the  skies. 
Thou  hast  kept  me  through  the  night, - 
;Twas  thy  hand  restored  the  light ; 
Lord !  thy  mercies  still  are  new, 
Plenteous,  as  the  morning  dew. 
Gently,  with  the  dawning  ray, 
On  my  soul  thy  beams  display ; 
Sweeter  than  the  smiling  mOrn, 
Let  thy  cheering  light  return. 


Morning  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Arise,  my  soul,  and  praise  the  Lord, 
For  all  his  rich  supplies ; 
His  goodness  has  again  restored 
My  dormant  faculties. 


FAMILY    WORSHIP.  477 

2  Raised  from  the  slumbers  of  the  night, 

In  -which  I  helpless  lay: 
Lord,  I  adore  thee  for  the  light 
Of  this  returning  day. 

3  I  bless  thee  for  thy  gracious  euro, 

Vouchsaf'd  to  me  and  mine  ; 
0  may  we  still  thy  goodness  share, 
And  be  forever  thine. 


727 


Morning  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Lord,  in  the  morning  thou  shalt  hear 
My  voice  ascending  high  ; 
To  thee  will  I  direct  my  pray'r, 
To  thee  lift  up  mine  eye: — 

2  Up  to  the  hills  where  Christ  has  gone 

To  plead  for  all  his  saints, 
Presenting  at  his  Father's  throne 
Our  songs  and  our  complaints. 

3  0  may  thy  Spirit  guide  my  feet 

In  ways  of  righteousness  ; 
Make  every  path  of  duty  straight, 
And  plain  before  my  face. 


EVENING  HYMNS, 

i /wO  a,,   Evening  Hymn,  L.  M. 

Glory  to  thee,  my  God,  this  night, 
For  all  tho  blessings  of  the  tight  J 
Keep  me,  0  keep  me,  King  of  kings, 
Beneath  the  shadow  of  thy  wings. 

2  Forgive  me,  Lord,  for  thy  dear  Son, 

The  ills  that  I  this  day  have  done; 

Thai  with  the  world,  myself  and  thee, 

I,  ere  1  sleep,  at  peace  nn. 


®478  FAMILY   WORSHIP. 


3  0  let  my  soul  on  thee  repose, 

And  may  sweet  sleep  my  eye-lids  close ; 
Sleep  that  shall  me  more  vigorous  make, 
To  serve  my  God  when  I  awake. 

4  Teach  me  to  live,  that  I  may  dread 
The  grave  as  little  as  my  bed ; 
Teach  me  to  die,  that  so  I  may 
Rise  glorious  at  the  judgment  day. 


729 


730 


On  Going  to  Best.  S.  M. 

The  day  is  past  and  gone, 
The  evening  shades  appear ; 
0  may  we  all  remember  well 
The  night  of  death  draws  near. 
We  lay  our  garments  by, 
Upon  our  beds  to  rest : 
So  death  will  soon  disrobe  us  all 
Of  what  we  are  possessed. 

Lord,  keep  us  safe  this  night, 
Secure  from  all  our  fears, 
Beneath  the  shadow  of  thy  wings, 
Till  morning  light  appears. 

And  if  we  early  rise, 
And  view  th'  unwearied  sun, 
May  we  set  out  to  win  the  prize, 
And  after  glory  run.  , 

And  when  our  days  are  past, 
And  we  from  time  remove, 
0  may  we  in  thy  bosom  rest, 
The  bosom  of  thy  love. 


W 


Evening:  Numberless  Mercies.     C.  M. 
[ow  from  the  altar  of  our  hearts, 
Let  warmest  thanks  arise ; 
Assist  us,  Lord,  to  offer  up 
Our  evening  sacrifice. 


FAMILY   WORSHIP.  479 


2  This  day  God  was  our  sun  and  shield, 

Our  keeper  and  our  guide ; 
His  care  was  on  our  weakness  shown,— 
His  mercies  multiplied. 

3  Minutes  and  mercies  multiplied, 

Have  made  up  all  this  day; 
Minutes  came  quick,  but  mercies  were 
More  swift  and  free  than  they. 

4  Xew  time,  new  favors,  and  new  joys, 

Do  a  new  song  require  : 
Till  we  shall  praise  thee  as  we  would, 
Accept  our  hearts'  desire. 


731 


G1 


Evening:  Gratitude  and  Trust.      C.  M. 
re  at  God,  to  thee  my  evening  song 
With  gratitude  I  raise ; 
0  let  thy  mercy  tune  my  tongue, 
And  nil  my  heart  with  praise. 

2  My  days,  unclouded  as  they  pass, 
And  every  fleeting  hour, 

Are  monuments  of  wondrous  grace, — 
Of  mercy,  love,  and  pow'r. 

3  Thy  love  and  power,  celestial  guard, 
Preserve  m<'  from  all  harm  : 

Can  dancer  reach  me  while  the  Lord 
Extends  hie  mighty  arm? 

4  Let  this  blest  hope  mine  eyelids  close; 
With  sleep  refresh  my  name; 

Safe  in  thy  can'  may  1  n  | 

And  wake  to  praise  thy  name. 

iOZ  If./nni.  CM. 

Iv  Jesus'  name  f  thee, 

Thou  God  of  holim 

.  Look  down,  ami  see 
thy  throne  of  grace. 


M 


480  FAMILY   WORSHIP 


2  We  thank  thee,  Lord,  for  every  good 

Conferred  on  us  and  ours : 
For  house,  apparel,  health  and  food, 
For  all  thy  bounty  pours. 

3  0,  take  us  in  thy  arms,  and  keep 

Us  through  the  silent  night ; 
Give  us  refreshment  in  our  sleep, 
And  fit  us  for  the  light. 

Evening  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Lord,  another  day  is  flown, 
And  we,  a  lonely  band, 
Are  met  once  more  before  thy  throne, 
To  bless  thy  fost'ring  hand. 

2  Preserved  by  thee,  another  day, 
Another  song  we  raise ; 

For  Jesus'  sake,  accept,  we  pray, 
Our  gratitude  and  praise. 

3  Now  take  us  underneath  thy  wing — 
Our  God  our  guardian  be ; 

That  in  the  morning  we  may  sing 
Another  hymn  to  thee. 


o 


734 


Evening  Devotion.  C.  M. 

Lord,  thou  wilt  hear  me  when  I  pray ; 
I  am  forever  thine : 
I  fear  before  thee  all  the  day, 
Nor  would  I  dare  to  sin. 

2  And  while  I  rest  my  weary  head, 

From  cares  and  labor  free, 
'Tis  sweet  conversing  on  my  bed 
With  my  own  heart  and  thee. 

3  Thus  with  my  thoughts  composed  to  peace, 

I'll  give  mine  eyes  to  sleep ; 
Thy  hand  in  safety  keeps  my  days, 
xVnd  will  my  slumbers  keep. 


"^ *1SI 

FAMILY    WOBSHEP.  481     ! 

tOu  ui  pi  at  ion.  A.  7s.  | 

Sokti.v,  now.  the  Light  of  day 
Fades  upon  my  Bight  away; 
Free  from  care,  from  labor  free, 
Lord,  I  would  commune  with  thee. 
2  Soon  for  me,  the  light  of  day 
Shall  forever  pass  away  : 
Then,  from  sin  and  sorrow  free, 
Take  me.  Lord,  to  dwell  with  thee. 

Evening  Ih/mn.  M.  7: 

"YTow  from  labor  and  from  care 
ii  Evening  shades  have  set  me  free  ; 
In  the  work  of  praise  and  prayer, 
Lord,  I  would  converse  with  thee  : 
0,  behold  me  from  above, 
Fill  me  with  a  Saviour's  love. 

2  For  the  blessings  of  this  day, 
For  the  mercies  of  this  hour, 
For  the  gospel's  cheering  ray, 
For  the  Spirit's  quick'ning  pow'r ; 
Grateful  notes  to  thee  I  raise, — 
0,  accept  my  song  of  praise. 


736 


737 


Morning  or  Evening  Son*/.  L.  M. 

MY  God,  how  endless  is  thy  love  ! 
Thy  gifts  are  every  evening  new  ; 
And  morning  mercies  from  ah 
Gently  distil  like  early  dew. 

2  Thou  spread'st  the  curtains  of  the  night. 
Great  Guardian  of  my  sleeping  hour-! 

Thy  sovereign  word  restores  the  light, 

And  qniekeni  all  my  drowsy  powers. 

3  I  yield  my  powers  to  thy  eommand; 
To  thee  1  c 

etna]  blessings  from  thy  hand, 
Demand  perpetual  Bongi  of  praise. 

io  31 


FAMILY   WORSHIP. 


D" 


An  Evening  Song.  C.  M. 

| ear  Saviour,  let  my  evening  song 
Like  holy  incense  rise: 
Assist  the  offerings  of  my  tongue 
To  reach  the  lofty  skies. 

2  Perpetual  blessings  from  above 

Encompass  me  around; 
But  0,  how  few  returns  of  love 
Hath  my  Creator  found  ! 

3  Sprinkled  afresh  with  pardoning  blood, 

I  lay  me  down  to  rest, 
As  in  th'  embraces  of  my  God, 
Or  on  my  Saviour's  breast. 

•Oc  Saturday  Night. 

Jegoxe,  my  worldly  cares,  away, 
Nor  dare  to  tempt  my  sight ; 
Let  me  begin  th;  ensuing  day, 
Before  I  end  this  night. 

2  Let  the  past  mercies  of  the  week 
Excite  a  grateful  frame ; 

Nor  let  my  tongue  refuse  to  speak 
Some  good  of  Jesus'  name. 

3  On  wings  of  expectation  borne, 
My  hopes  to  heaven  ascend ; 

I  long  to  welcome  in  the  morn, 
With  thee  the  day  to  spend. 


B' 


C.  M. 


740 


PRAYER  MEETING. 


A  Blessing  Invoiced. 

Teach  us,  0  Lord,  aright  to  plead 
For  mercies  from  above ; 
0,  come  and  bless  our  souls  indeed, 
"With  light  and  joy  and  love. 


^ 


CM. 


741 


PBAYER    MEETING.  483® 

2  Help  us  on  thee  to  east  our  cafe, 
And  on  thy  word  to  rest : 
That  Israel's  (iod  who  heareth  pray'r 
Will  grant  us  our  request. 


742 


Opening  of  a  Prayer-Meeting      C.  M. 

We're  met,  0  Lord,  before  thy  throne 
To  worship  and  adore — 
And  now  to  thee  we  raise  our  hearts, 
Thy  mercy  to  implore. 

2  Mercy  and  grace  is  what  we  want 

To  fit  us  for  the  skies ; 
And  grace  we  need  whene'er  we  bring 
Our  humble  sacrifice. 

3  AVithout  it,Lord,  we  cannot  sing; 

Nor  know  we  how  to  pray. 

Except  by  it  we're  truly  taught 

Both  how,  and  what  to  say. 

4  Then  bow  thine  ear,  and  hear  our  pray'r, 

Thy  grace  on  us  bestow; 
So  we  will  love  and  serve  thee  more, 
"While  pilgrims  here  below. 


T>  (ii-h  us  to  Pray,  L.  M. 

Tr.  \rir  as,  0  Lord,  to  sing  and  pray. 
Whilst  in  these  tenements  of  clay  : 

And  never  be  asham'd  of  thee. 
Who  bled  and  died  on  Calvary. 
2  And  when  t<>  ulorv  we  attain, 

We'll  shout  aloud  the  Saviour's  name, 
Who  bought  our  souls  with  precious  blood, 
And  mad*1  us  kings  and  priests  to  God. 

l4t)  7v„>  Hhssi,,,!  Claimed.  CM. 

S       Jesus,  thy  disciples  - 
The  promised  blessing  gii  e  ; 

M«'i  in  thy  Dame,  we  look  to  kl 

Expecting  to  receive* 


484  PRAYER    MEETING. 

2  Thee  we  expect,  our  faithful  Lord, 
Who  in  thy  name  are  joined; 

We  wait  according  to  thy  word, 
Thee  in  our  midst  to  find. 

3  With  us  thou  art  assembled  here, 
But,  0  thyself  reveal ; 

Son  of  the  living  God,  appear, — 
Let  us  thy  presence  feel. 

4  Breathe  on  us,  Lord,  in  this  our  day; 
Help  all  to  thee  to  live ; 

Speak  peace  into  our  hearts,  and  say, 
"The  Holy  Ghost  receive/' 


744 


Invocation.  C.  M. 

Come,  0  thou  King  of  all  thy  saints, 
Our  humble  tribute  own, 
While  with  our  praises  and  complaints 
We  bow  before  thy  throne. 

2  How  should  our  songs,  like  those  above, 

With  warm  devotion  rise ! 
How  should  our  souls  on  wings  of  love         J 
Mount  upwards  to  the  skies ! 

3  Dear  Saviour,  let  thy  glory  shine 

And  fill  thy  dwellings  here; 
Till  life,  and  love,  and  joy  divine, 
A  heaven  on. earth  appear. 

4  Then  shall  our  hearts,  enraptured,  say, 

Come,  great  Redeemer,  come, 
And  bring  the  bright,  the  glorious  day 
That  calls  thy  children  home. 


745 


Tower  of  Prayer.  L.  M. 

What  various  hindrances  we  meet 
In  coming  to  a  mercy-seat; 
Yet  who  that  knows  the  worth  of  pray'r, 
But  wishes  to  be  often  there. 


w 


PRAYEB    MEETING.  485 

2  Pray'r  makes  the  darkened  cloud  withdraw; 
Pray'r  climbs  the  laddef  Jacob  saw; 
Gives  exercise  to  faith  and  love — 

Brings  every  blessing  from  above. 

3  Restraining  pray'r.  we  cease  to  fight; 
Pray'r  makes  the  christian's  armor  bright; 
And  Satan  trembles  when  he  sees 

The  weakest  saint  upon  his  knees. 

4  Were  half  the  breath  that's  vainly  spent, 
To  heav'n  in  supplication  sent, 

Our  cheerful  song  would  oft'ner  be, 

"  Hear  what  the  Lord  has  done  for  me." 


746 


3- 


Import  unit  ij  in  Prayer.  S.  M. 

The  Lord,  who  truly  knows 
The  heart  of  every  saint : 
Invites  us  by  his  holy  word, 
To  pray  and  never  faint. 

2  He  bows  his  gracious  ear  ! 
"We  never  plead  in  vain ; 

Yet  we  must  wait  till  he  appear, 
And  pray  and  pray  again. 

3  Though  unbelief  suggest, 
Whj  should  we  longer  wait? 

He  bids  us  never  give  him  rest, 
But  be  importunate. 

4  'Twas  thus  a  widow  poor, 
Without  support  or  friend. 

Beset  the  unjust  judge's  door, 
And  gained  at  last  her  end. 

5  And  shall  not  Jesus  hear 
His  chosen, when  thejr  fry? 

though  he  may  a  while  forbear, 
He'll  not  their  suit  deny. 
10* 


'486  PRAYER   MEETING. 

6       Then  let  us  earnest  be, 
And  never  faint  in  pray'r ; 
He  loves  our  importunity, 

And  makes  our  cause  his  care. 


747 


Come  Let  us  Pray.     C.H.M.8,6,8,6,8,8. 


Come,  let  us  pray: — 'tis  sweet  to  feel 
That  God  himself  is  near; 
That  while  we  at  his  footstool  kneel, 

His  mercy  deigns  to  hear; 
Though  sorrows  crowd  life's  dreary  way, 
This  is  our  solace — let  us  pray. 

2  Come,  let  us  pray: — the  burning  brow, 

The  heart  opprest  with  care, 
And  all  the  woes  that  throng  us  now, 

Will  be  relieved  by  pray'r : 
Jesus  will  smile  our  griefs  away; 
0  glorious  thought ! — come,  let  us  pray. 

3  Come,  let  us  pray: — the  sin-sick  soul 

Her  weight  of  guilt  must  feel ; 
But  hark !  the  glorious  tidings  roll, 

Whilst  here  we  humbly  kneel : 
Jesus  will  wash  that  guilt  away, 
And  pardon  grant ; — then  let  us  pray. 

4  Come,  let  us  pray : — the  mercy-seat 

Invites  the  fervent  pray'r  ; 
And  Jesus  ready  stands  to  greet 

The  contrite  spirit  there  : 
0  loiter  not,  nor  longer  stay 
From  him  who  loves  us ; — let  us  pray  ! 


748 


So  Fulfil  the  Law  of  Christ.         C.  M 

Try  us,  0  God,  and  search  the  ground 
Of  every  sinful  heart: 
Whate'er  of  sin  in  us  is  found, 
0  bid  it  all  depart. 


2  If  to  the  right  or  left  we  stray, 

Leave  us  not  comfortless  ; 
But  guide  our  feet  into  the  way 
Of  everlasting  peace. 

3  Help  us  to  help  each  other,  Lord, 

Each  other's  cross  to  bear; 
Let  each  his  friendly  aid  afford, 

And  feel  his  brother's  care. 

4  Help  us  to  bear  each  other  up ; 

Our  little  stock  improve ; 
Increase  our  faith,  confirm  our  hope, 
And  perfect  us  in  love. 

5  Up  into  thee,  our  living  Head, 

Let  us  in  all  things  grow: 
Till  thou  hast  made  us  free  indeed, 
And  spotless  here  below. 

G  Then,  when  the  mighty  work  is  wrought, 
Receive  thy  ready  bride  : 
Give  us  in  heaven  a  happy  lot 
With  all  the  sanctified. 


749 


Short  and  Fervent  Prayer  the  Best.  C.  M. 

Lord  in  thy  courts  we  now  appear, 
And  bow  before  thy  throne  ; 
Before  our  lips  begin  to  move. 
Our  wants  to  thee  are  known. 

2  Thou  know'st  the  language  of  the  heart. 
The  meaning  of  a  sigh  ; 

Dear  Father,  hear  our  humble  pray'r, 

And  bring  thy  blr-ings  nigh. 

3  Few  be  our  words;  and  short  our  prav'rs, 
While  we  together  meet ; 

Short  dutiefl  kc«']>  tii*  attention  up 
And  make  devotion  sweet. 

& 


-     488  PRAYER   MEETING. 


750 


751 


Prayer  for  Wisdom.  C.  M. 

Almighty  God,  in  humble  prayer, 
To  thee  our  souls  we  lift; 
Do  thou  our  waiting  minds  prepare 
For  thy  most  needful  gift. 

2  "We  ask  not  golden  streams  of  wealth 

Along  our  path  to  flow ; 
We  ask  not  undecaying  health, 
Nor  length  of  years  below ; — 

3  We  ask  not  honors,  which  an  hour 

May  bring  and  take  away  ; 
We  ask  not  pleasure,  pomp  and  pow'r, 
Lest  we  should  go  astray. 

4  We  ask  for  wisdom — Lord,  impart 

The  knowledge  how  to  live  ; 
A  wise  and  understanding  heart, 
To  us,  thy  servants,  give. 


w 


The  Gracious  Promise.  L.  M. 

rHERE  two  or  three,  with  sweet  accord, 
Obedient  to  their  sovereign  Lord, 
Meet  to  recount  his  acts  of  grace, 
And  offer  solemn  prayer  and  praise. 

2  " There/'  says  the  Saviour,  "will  I  be, 
Amid  this  little  company  ; 

To  them  unvail  my  smiling  face, 

And  shed  my  glories  'round  the  place." 

3  We  meet  at  thy  command,  dear  Lord, 
Relying  on  thy  faithful  word : 

Now  send  thy  Spirit  from  above, 
Now  fill  our  hearts  with  heav'nly  love. 

I  uAi  Sincerity  in  Prayer.      .         S.  M. 

Lord,  teach  us  how  to  pray, 
And  give  us  hearts  to  ask ; 
Or  all  we  think,  or  do,  or  say, 
Will  be  a  tiresome  task. 


- 


PRAYER   mki:ti.\<;.  489 

The  Holy  Spirit  send. 
Our  bosoms  to  inspire; 
Then  shall  our  praise  to  thee  ascend 
With  pure  and  warm  desive. 

3  Jesus,  our  great  High-Priest, 
Present  our  pray'rs  above; 

And  spread  abroad  o'er  all  thou  seest, 
The  mantle  of  thy  love. 

4  Teach  us  to  find  our  bliss 
In  earnest,  fervent  prayer  ; 

For  where  we  pray  our  Saviour  is. 
And  bliss  is  only  there. 

too  Humble  Petition.  C.  M. 

Fatiier,  behold  with  gracious  eyes, 
The  souls  before  thy  throne, 
Who  now  present  their  sacrifice, 
And  seek  thee  in  thy  Son. 

2  Well  pleas'd  in  him  thyself  declare, 

Thy  pard'ning  love  reveal, 
The  peaceful  answer  of  our  pray'r, 
To  every  conscience  Beal. 

3  Refresh  us  with  a  ceaseless  show'r 

Of  graces  from  above, 
Till  all  receive  the  perfect  pow'r 
Of  everlasting  love 


754 


I  will  riot  let  Thee  go.  0.  M. 

As  Jacob  did  in  days  of  old, 
So  will  my  soul  do  now: 
Wrestle,  and  on  my  Jesna  bold, 
\   r  will  I  let  Urn  go/' 

2  I  come  enoourag'd  by  thy  word. 
Thai  mercy  men  wilt  si 

or  thoa  dVb  Lord, 

"  I  will  dot  let  tl Lr«»." 


SL 


J 


3  I  come  to  ask  forgiveness  free, 

Tho'  I  have  been  thy  foe ; 
Except  thou  grant  it, Lord, to  me, 
"  I  will  not  let  thee  go." 

4  I  come  to  ask  for  all  thy  love, 

And  all  thou  canst  bestow ; 
Except  these  blessings,  Lord,  I  prove, 
"I  will  not  let  thee  go." 

I OU  Encouragement  to  Prayer.  M. 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare  ; 
Jesus  loves  to  answer  pray'r ; 
He  himself  has  bid  thee  pray, — 
Therefore  will  not  say  thee  nay. 

2  Thou  art  coming  to  a  King  ; 
Large  petitions  with  thee  bring ; 
For  his  grace  and  pow'r  are  such, 
None  can  ever  ask  too  much. 

3  While  I  am  a  pilgrim  here, 
Let  thy  love  my  spirit  cheer ; 

As  my  Guide,  my  Guard,  my  Friend, 
Lead  me  to  my  journey's  end. 

4  Show  me  what  I  have  to  do, 
Every  hour  my  strength  renew ; 
Let  me  live  a  life  of  faith, 

Let  me  die  thy  people's  death. 


756 


A  Blessing  Invoked.  M.  7s. 

Lord,  we  come  before  thee  now; 
At  thy  feet  we  humbly  bow ; 
0  do  not  our  suit  disdain ! 
Shall  we  seek  thee,  Lord,  in  vain? 

Lord,  on  thee  our  souls  depend ; 
In  compassion  now  descend  ; 
Fill  our  hearts  with  thy  rich  grace, 
Tune  our  lips  to  sing  thy  praise. 


757 


PRAYER   MEETING.  491 

3  In  thine  own  appointed  way 
Now  we  seek  thee,  here  We  stay; 

Lord,  we  know  not  how  to  go 
Till  a  blessing  thou  bestow. 

4  Grant  that  all  may  seek  and  find 
Thee  a  God  supremely  kind ; 
Heal  the  sick,  the  captive  free ; 
May  we  all  rejoice  in  thee. 


My  God  icill  Hear  me.— Mia.  7:  7.    0.  M. 

To  thee,  0  Lord,  my  heav'nly  King, 
Now  will  my  soul  draw  near ; 
Thankful  of  this  sweet  truth  to  sing, 
That  thou,  my  God,  wilt  hear. 

2  Though  I  am  poor,  and  needy  too, 

And  scarce  know  what  to  say ; 
And  though  my  words  are  faint  and  few, 
My  God  will  hear  me  pray. 

3  Through  Christ  I  come,  and  mercy  claim, 

Who  lives  to  intercede ; 
For  in  his  dear  and  holy  name 
My  God  will  hear  me  plead. 

4  Hear  me  thou  wilt,  tho'  doubts  and  fears 

My  soul  should  much  cast  down  : 
And  tho'  o'erwhelm'd  with  sighs  and  tears 
My  God  will  hear  me  groan. 

5  Then  whilst  my  life  and  breath  remain 

I'll  humbly  persevere ; 
And  when  to  glory  I  attain. 
I'll  praise  my  Saviour  there. 


758 


on  ike  Throne  of  Grace.       S.  M. 

Behold  the  throne  of  grace  1 
The  promise  calls  me  near : 
TImm  iwa  a  smiling  fac 

And  wai:  •  prav'r. 


J492 


PRAYER    MEETING. 


■~"~~g> 


That  rich  atoning  blood, 
"Which  sprinkled  'round  I  see, 
Provides  for  those  who  come  to  God 
An  all-prevailing  plea. 

Thine  image,  Lord,  bestow, 

Thy  presence  and  thy  love ; 

I  ask  to  serve  thee  here  below, 

And  reign  with  thee  above. 

Teach  me  to  live  by  faith, 

Conform  my  will  to  thine ; 

Let  me  victorious  be  in  death, 

And  then  in  glory  shine. 


759 


TJirone  of  Grace. 


CM. 


OLord,  to  us,  assembled  here, 
Reveal  thy  smiling  face  ; 
While  we,  by  faith,  with  love  and  fear, 
Approach  a  throne  of  grace. 

2  Thy  house  is  calFd  a  house  of  pray'r, 

A  solemn,  sacred  place ; 
0  let  us  now  thy  presence  share, 
While  at  the  throne  of  grace. 

3  With  holy  boldness  may  we  come, 

Though  of  a  sinful  race ; 
Thankful  to  find  there  yet  is  room 
Before  the  throne  of  grace. 

4  Thy  tender  pity  and  thy  love 

Our  every  fear  can  chase ; 
And  all  our  help,  we  then  shall  prove, 
Comes  from  the  throne  of  grace. 

5  We  bless  thee  for  thy  word  and  laws ; 

We  bless  thee  for  thy  peace ; 
And  0,  we  bless  thee,  Lord,  because 
There  is  a  throne  of  grace. 


PRAYER   MEETING. 


760 


A  Throne  of  Grace.  C.  M. 

A  throne  of  grace !  then  let  us  go 
And  offer  up  our  pray'r ; 
A  gracious  God  will  mercy  show 
To  all  that  worship  there. 

2  A  throne  of  grace !  0,  at  that  throne 

Our  knees  have  often  bent, 
And  God  has  often  showerM  down, 
His  blessing  as  we  went. 

3  A  throne  of  grace  !  rejoice,  ye  saints  ; 

That  throne  is  open  still ; 
To  God  unbosom  your  complaints, 
And  then  inquire  his  will. 

4  A  throne  of  grace  we  yet  shall  need 

Long  as  we  draw  our  breath, 
A  Saviour,  too,  to  intercede, 
Till  we  are  changed  by  death. 

5  The  throne  of  glory  then  shall  glow 

With  beams  from  Jesus'  face, 
And  we  no  longer  want  shall  know, 
Xor  need  a  throne  of  grace. 


761 


i© 


Prayer  for  Resignation.  C.  M. 

Father,  whatever  of  earthly  bliss 
Thy  sovereign  will  denies, 
Accepted  at  thy  throne  of  grace 
Let  this  petition  rise. 

2  "Give  me  a  calm,  a  thankful  heart, 

From  every  murmur  free; 
The  blessings  of  thy  grace  impart, 
And  let  me  live  to  thee. 

3  Let  the  sweet  hope  that  I  am  thine 

My  life  and  death  attend ; 
Thy  presence  through  my  journey  shine, 

And  crown  mv  journey's  end. 
H> 


The  Lord's  Prayer. 

Our  Father  who  in  heaven  art, 
All  hallow'd  be  thy  name, 
Thy  kingdom  come,  thy  will  be  done, 
In  heaven  and  earth  the  same. 

2  Give  us  this  day  our  daily  bread, 

And  every  debt  forgive, 
Even  as  we  shall  pardon  grant 
Our  debtors  while  we  live. 

3  Into  temptation  lead  us  not, 

From  evil  set  us  free ; 
For  thine' s  the  kingdom,  glory,  pow'r: 
Amen !  so  let  it  be. 


The  Light  of  God's  Countenance.     C.  M. 


763 

Internal,  Sun  of  righteousness, 
JlJ  Display  thy  beams  divine, 
And  cause  the  glory  of  thy  face 
On  all  our  hearts  to  shine". 

2  Light  in  thy  light,  0,  may  we  see; 
Thy  grace  and  mercy  prove, 
Revived,  and  cheered,  and  blessed  by  thee, 
The  God  of  pardoning  love. 

•  Utc  Opening  a  Prayer  Meeting.        CM. 

We've  met,  dear  friends,  in  Jesus'  name; 
Come,  let  us  now  rejoice, 
While  we  our  Saviour's  name  proclaim, 
With  cheerful  heart  and  voice. 

2  But  0,  dear  Jesus,  Lamb  of  God, 
Send  down  the  heav'nly  Dove, 
His  graces  to  diffuse  around, 
And  warm  our  hearts  with  love. 


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prayer  UEsnma.  495 

3  Then,  0  dear  Jesus,  condescend 

To  meet  u^  with  B  smile; 
Thy  Spirit's  quick'ning  influence  send, 
And  purge  our  hearts  from  guile : — 

4  That  when  we  part  each  one  may  say, 

We  met  not  here  in  vain  ; 
For  we  have  tasted  heav'n  to-day, 
Nor  could  we  more  contain. 


765 


Close  of  a  Prayer  Meeting.         M. 

If  'tis  sweet  to  mingle  where 
Christians  meet  for  social  prayer ; 
If  'tis  sweet  with  them  to  raise 
Songs  of  holy  joy  and  praise — 
Passing  sweet  that  state  must  be, 
"Where  they  meet  eternally. 

2  Saviour,  may  these  meetings  prove 
Antepasts  to  that  above ; 
While  we  worship  in  this  place, 
May  we  grow  from  grace  to  grace, 
Till  we  each  in  his  degree, 
Fit  for  endless  glory  be. 


766 


The  Lord's  Prayer.  S.  M. 

Our  heavenly  Father,  hear 
The  prayer  we  offer  now: 
Thy  aame  be  hallowed  far  and  near: 
To  thee  all  nations  bow. 

Thy  kingdom  oome;  thy  will 
On  earth  be  done  in  1<>y<\ 
A  -  saints  and  Beraphim  fulfil 

Thy  perfect  law  abOYO. 
Our  daily  bread  supply, 

Whil«'  by  thy  word  we  Live; 
The  Lruilt  of  our  Iniquity 
give* 


p496 


MORNING   PRAYER   MEETING. 


From  dark  temptation's  pow'r, 
From  Satan's  wiles  defend; 
Deliver  in  the  evil  hour, 
And  guide  us  to  the  end. 

Thine  shall  forever  be 
Glory  and  power  divine  ; 
The  sceptre,  throne  and  majesty 
Of  heaven  and  earth  are  thine. 


767 


Humble  and  Fervent  Prayer.       L.  M. 

Beloved  Saviour,  faithful  Friend, 
The  joy  of  all  thy  cross  train ; 
In  mercy  to  our  aid  descend, 
Or  else  we  worship  thee  in  vain. 

2  In  vain  we  meet  to  sing  and  pray, 
If  Christ  his  influence  withhold ; 
Our  hearts  remain  as  cold  as  clay, 
Till  we  our  God  by  faith  behold. 

3  Then  manifest  thyself  in  peace, 

Thy  faithful  mercies  now  make  known ; 
0,  breathe  on  us  a  gale  of  grace, 
And  send  a  cheering  blessing  down. 

4  We  gladly  for  thy  coming  wait: 
Seeking  to  know  thee  as  thou  art, 
We  bow  as  suppliants  at  thy  feet, 
And  bid  thee  welcome  to  our  heart. 


768 


MORNING  PRAYER  MEETING. 

Morning  Prayer  Meeting.  S.  M. 

How  sweet  the  melting  lay, 
Which  breaks  upon  the  ear, 
When  at  the  hour  of  rising  day, 
Christians  unite  in  pray'r. 


The  breezes  wait  their  cries 
Up  to  Jehovah's  throne; 
He  listens  to  their  humble  sighs, 
And  sends  his  blessings  down. 

So  Jesus  rose  to  pray 
Before  the  morning  light, — 

Once  on  the  chilling  mount  did  stay, 
And  wrestle  all  the  night. 

Glory  to  God  on  high, 
Who  sends  his  blessings  down 
To  rescue  souls  condemned  to  die, 
And  make  his  people  one. 

7fJQ 

Morning  Prayer. 
may  I  love,  at  early  day 
To  rise,  when  all  is  still, 
And  hear  my  Saviour  kindly  say, 
"Come,  ask  me  what  ye  will/' 

2  0  may  I  love  to  search  his  law, 
To  hear  his  words  of  love, 

And  feel  his  Spirit  sweetly  draw 
My  soul  to  "things  above/1 

3  0  may  I  love  to  ask,  in  prayer, 
His  Spirit's  guiding  ray — 

Through  every  scene  of  anxious  care, 
Through  life's  bewildered  way. 

4  Thus  let  me  spend  each  rising  hour, 
Thus  close  my  latest  days, 

Till  I  shall  wake,  to  sleep  no  more, 
Where  prayer  is  changed  to  praise. 


CM. 


0 


770 


Seeking  God  Earhj. 

Early,  my  God, without  <l«'lav, 
I  hasl  thy  fac<>; 

Mj  thirstj  spirit  faints  a  way. 

Without  thy  cheering  grace. 
11>  39 


C.  M. 


2  So  pilgrims  on  the  scorching  sand, 

Beneath  a  burning  sky, 
Long  for  a  cooling  stream  at  hand, 
And  they  must  drink  or  die. 

3  I've  seen  thy  glory  and  thy  pow'r, 

Through  all  thy  temple  shine  ; 
My  God,  repeat  that  heav'nly  hour— 
That  vision  so  divine ! 

4  Thus,  till  my  last,  expiring  day, 

I'll  bless  my  God  and  King ; 
Thus  will  I  lift  my  hands  to  pray, 
And  tune  my  lips  to  sing. 


NOON-DAY  PKAYER  MEETING. 


771 


Noon-Day  Worship.  L.  M. 

How  sweet  to  leave  the  world  awhile 
And  seek  the  presence  of  our  Lord ! 
Dear  Saviour,  on  thy  people  smile, 
According  to  thy  faithful  word. 

2  From  busy  scenes  we  now  retreat, 
That  we  may  here  converse  with  thee: 
0  Lord,  behold  us  at  thy  feet ; 

Let  this  the  gate  of  heaven  be. 

3  "  Chief  of  ten  thousands,"  now  appear, 
That  we,  by  faith,  may  view  thy  face : 
0  speak,  that  we  thy  voice  may  hear, 
And  let  thy  presence  fill  the  place  ! 


772 


Mid-Day  Hour  of  Prayer. 

Jesus,  this  mid-day  hour  of  prayer 
We  consecrate  to  thee, 
Forgetful  of  each  earthly  care, 
We  would  thy  glory  see. 


CM. 


I 


NOON-DAY    PRAYSB    MHETING         499°^ 


2  We  come  thy  presence  to  implore; 
0  teach  us  how  to  pray  ! 

Impart  to  us  thy  Spirit's  pow'r — 
Thy  saving  grace  display. 

3  Baptize  with  energy  divine 
The  contrite  soul  afresh  ; 

0  how  the  stubborn  will  to  thine, 
And  give  the  heart  of  flesh. 

4  Unite  our  hearts,  unite  our  tongues, 
In  lofty  praise  to  thee  ; 

Accept  the  tribute  of  our  songs, 
Thou  Holy  One  in  Three. 

I  iO  Daily  Devotion.  S.  M. 

et  sinners  take  their  course, 
And  choose  the  road  to  death  ; 
But  in  the  worship  of  my  God, 
I'll  spend  my  daily  breath. 

My  thoughts  address  his  throne, 
"When  morning  brings  the  light ; 

1  seek  his  blessing  every  noon, 
And  pay  my  vows  at  night. 

Thou  wilt  regard  my  cries, 
0  my  eternal  God, 
While  sinners  perish  in  surprise 
Beneath  thine  angry  rod. 


L' 


774 


Noon-tide  Prayer.  C.  M. 

From  busy  toil  and  heavy  care 
We  turn  the  weary  mind  : 
And  in  the  place  of  noon-tide  pray'r 
Our  sanctuary  find. 
The  midrday  hour,  the  noon-tide  hour. 

If  is  (he  hour  ofprav'r ; 
Our  soul  \g  pomfr, 

For  Jesus  meets  us  tl 


4 


500        NOON-DAY   PRAYER   MEETING. 

2  The  voice  that  stilled  the  stormy  waves 

On  distant  Galilee, 
Speaks  once  again,  and  at  the  sound, 
Retires  another  sea. 

The  mid-day  hour,  &c. 

3  The  restless  waves  of  care  and  strife 

Obey  the  mighty  voice ; 
Peace  broods  the  quiet  waters  o'er, 
And  all  our  souls  rejoice. 

The  mid-day  hour,  dbc. 

4  These  heav'n-bright  hours  too  soon  are  past ; 

Grant,  Lord,  this  greater  boon  : 
A  place  where  worship  never  ends, 
Nor  night  succeeds  to  noon. 
The  mid-day  hour,  &c. 


775 


Stand  up  for  Jesus.      M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

0  young  men,  "stand  up  for  Jesus  \" 
Lift  the  blood-stained  banner  high ; 
Fight  for  him  as  valiant  soldiers ; 
In  God's  name  your  foes  defy — 
He  will  help  you — He  will  guide  you — 
He  will  give  you  victory. 

Yes,  "stand  up"  a  glorious  army, 
War  against  the  power  below  ; 

Let  not  Satan's  host  alarm  you, 
God  can  mighty  power  bestow ; 

You  will  conquer — You  will  triumph — 
On  to  glorious  conquest  go. 

Never  fear — "  stand  up  for  Jesus  !  " 
Speak  to  all  of  his  dear  name ; 

Tell  them  of  his  great  salvation ; 
All  his  wondrous  love  proclaim, 

Peace  and  pardon,  grace  and  glory 
Through  the  precious  dying  Lamb. 


EXPERIENCE   MEETING.              501   ' 
] -- — - - - - 

:        4  Never  be  ashamed  of  Jesus, 

Glory  ever  in  hie  or 
Count  it  most  exalted  honor, 

T<>  advance  hie  blessed  eause ; 
Hallowed  honors— Untold  blessings, 

Cluster  round  the  Saviour's  cross. 

5  What  are  all  earth's  fame  and  pleasures  ? 
What,  but  gilded  nothingness, 

To  the  glorious,  fadeless  treasures, 

To  the  pure  unfailing  bliss, 
Found  in  Jesus? — Precious  Jesus  ! 

"  All  his  paths  are  paths  of  peace/' 

6  Come,  young  men,  "  stand  up  for  Jesus!  " 
Plead  his  cause,  your  Saviour  own! 

Lo!  he  now  your  cause  is  pleading, 
Standing  up  before  the  throne, 

He  will  own  you — lie  will  claim  you — 
When  he  comes  with  glitt'ring  crown. 


EXPERIENCE  MEETING. 


776 


Opening  an  Experience  Meeting.     L.  M. 

Now  we  are  met  in  holy  fear. 
To  hear  the  happy  saints  declare 
The  free  compassion  of  a  God, 
The  virtue  of  a  Saviour's  blood. 
Jesus,  assist  them  now  to  tell 
What  they  have  felt,  and  what  they  feel ; 
0  Saviour,  help  them  to  expresj 
The  wonders  of  triumphant  graot. 
While  to  the  chuich  they  freely  own 

What  for  their  souls  the  Lord  hath  done, 
We'd  join  to  praise  eternal  love. 
And  heighten  all  the  joyi  shore. 


B 


A' 


502  EXPERIENCE   MEETING. 

777 

■  ■  ■  Prayer  for  Deliverance.  S.  M. 

nd  are  we  yet  alive, 
To  see  each  other's  face  ? 
Glory  and  praise  to  Jesus  give, 
For  his  redeeming  grace. 

Preserved  by  power  divine, 
To  full  salvation  here, 
Again  in  Jesus'  praise  we  join, 
And  in  his  sight  appear. 

What  troubles  have  we  seen ! 
What  conflicts  have  we  pass'd ! 
Fightings  without  and  fears  within, 
Since  we  assembled  last. 

But  out  of  all,  the  Lord 
Hath  brought  us  by  his  love ; 
And  still  he  doth  his  help  afford, 
And  hides  our  life  above. 

Art  thou  in  Health,  Brother?   M.7s&6s. 

U  A  RT  thou  in  health,  my  brother?" 

jljl  Has  Jesus  made  thee  whole? 
Or  art  thou  yet  diseased, 

In  thy  immortal  soul? 
0  what  is  thy  condition? 

My  friend,  arise  and  speak ; 
May  Jesus  kindly  aid  you 

To  give  an  answer  meek. 

2  ;Tis  an  important  question, 

"Art  thou  in  health,  my  friend?" 
Come,  speak,  but  speak  sincerely; 

For  God  an  ear  doth  lend  ■ 
And  he  the  truth  demandeth 

When  we  each  other  tell 
Our  mind,  and  soul's  condition, 

If  sickly,  or  if  well. 


778 


EXPERIENCE   MEETING.  503 


779 


My  Heart  is  Fixed.         P.  M.  8s. 

What  now  is  my  object  and  aim? 
What  now  is  my  hope  and  desire? 
To  follow  the  heavenly  Lamb, 
And  after  his  Image  aspire. 
My  hope  is  all  centred  in  thee; 

I  trust  in  thy  promise  and  love ; 
On  earth  thy  salvation  I  see, 
And  hope  to  enjoy  it  above. 

I  thirst  for  a  life-giving  God, 

The  Lamb  that  on  Calvary  died; 
The  fountain  of  water  and  blood, 

That  gushed  from  Immanuel's  side. 
I  gasp  for  the  streams  of  thy  love, 

The  spirit  of  rapture  unknown  ; 
And  then  to  enjoy  it  above, 

Eternally  fresh  from  the  throne. 

Relation  of  Christian  Experience.     S.  M. 

Come,  ye  who  fear  the  Lord, 
And*  listen,  while  I  tell 
How  narrowly  my  feet  escaped 
The  snares  of  death  and  hell. 

)        2      The  flattering  joys  of  sense 
Assailed  my  foolish  heart, 
While  Satan,  with  malicious  skill, 
Guided  the  poisonous  dart. 

3       I  fell  beneath  the  stroke, 
But  fell  to  rise  again  ; 
My  angnish  roused  me  into  life, 
And  pleasures  sprung  from  pain. 

Darkness,  and  shame,  and  grief, 
Oppress'd  my  gloomy  mind  ■ 
I  Looked  around  me  for  relief 
But  no  relief  could  find. 

m : 


780 


781 


At  length  to  God  I  cried : 
He  heard  my  plaintive  sigh ; 
He  heard,  and  instantly  he  sent 
Salvation  from  on  high. 

My  drooping  head  he  rais'd, 
My  bleeding  wounds  he  heaFd ; 
Pardon'd  my  sins,  and  with  a  smile 
The  gracious  pardon  seal'd. 

0,  may  I  ne'er  forget 
The  mercy  of  my  God  ! 
Nor  ever  want  a  tongue  to  spread 
His  loudest  praise  abroad. 


The  Kindred  in  Christ.  L.  M. 

Kindred  in  Christ,  for  his  dear  sake, 
A  hearty  welcome  here  receive  ; 
May  we  together  now  partake 
The  joys  which  only  he  can  give. 

2  May  he,  by  whose  kind  care  we  meet, 
Send  his  good  Spirit  from  above  ; 
Make  our  communications  sweet, 

And  cause  our  hearts  to  burn  with  love. 

3  Forgotten  be  each  worldly  theme, 
When  christians  see  each  other  thus : 
"We  only  wish  to  speak  of  him 

Who  liv'd,  and  died,  and  reigns  for  us. 

4  We'll  talk  of  all  he  did  and  said, 
And  suffered  for  us  here  below  ; 
The  path  he  mark'd  for  us  to  tread, 
And  what  he's  doing  for  us  now. 


782 


Rejoicings  in  Hope.  C.  M. 

Lift  up  your  hearts  to  things  above, 
Ye  foll'wers  of  the  Lamb, 
And  join  with  us  to  praise  his  love, 
And  glorify  his  name. 


EXPERIENCE   MKKTIXw.  505°! 

2  To  Jesus'  name  give  thanks  and  sing, 
Whose  mercies  never  end: 

Rejoice!  rejoice!  the  Lord  is  King  ; 
The  King  is  now  our  Friend. 

3  We  for  his  sake  count  all  things  loss ; 

On  earthly  good  look  down ; 
And  joyfully  sustain  the  cross, 
Till  we  receive  the  crown. 


783 


God  of  Truth  and  Love.      M.  7s  double. 

God  of  truth,  and  God  of  love, 
Send  thy  Spirit  from  above  ; 
Teach  us  so  to  speak  and  hear 
That  thy  glory  may  appear — 
That  in  us  the  world  may  find 
All  our  Master's  gentle  mind ; 
Thus  our  fellowship  approve, 
God  of  truth,  and  God  of  love. 

2  God  of  truth,  and  God  of  love, 
O'er  our  wayward  tempers  move ; 
Touch  them  with  celestial  fire, 
Holy  love  and  zeal  inspire : 
While  we  feel  the  sacred  glow, 
Lay  each  evil  passion  low ; 
Frame  us  for  the  world  above, 
God  of  truth,  and  God  of  love. 


784 


is. 


Young  Converts  Testifying.         CM. 

Dear  Saviour,  we  rejoice  to  hear 
Young  converts  sweetly  tell 
How  thou  art  pleased  to  save  from  sin, 
From  Borrow,  death  and  hell. 

2  Lord,  we  unite  to  praise  thy  name, 
<'lv  jriv'n  ; 

Still  may  they  keep  in  Zion'e  road. 

And  dwell  at  Last  ID  Ir^av'n. 


506  EXPERIENCE   MEETING. 

■  OO  Clirisfs  Work.     P.  M.  6,6,9,6,6,9. 

Come  all  ye  happy  race, 
Who  are  ransom'd  by  grace, 
By  the  grace  that  is  free  for  us  all : 
Come  and  hear,  come  and  feel, 
While  with  rapture  I  tell 
What  my  Saviour  hath  done  for  my  soul. 

2  He  removed  my  guilt 
Through  the  blood  that  he  spilt, 

And  new  life  from  his  death  I  receiv'd ; 
Then  I  sung  the  new  song, 
With  my  heart  and  my  tongue, 

And  my  soul  to  salvation  believ'd. 

3  His  adorable  grace 
Through  my  life  I  can  trace, 

And  through  scenes  of  affliction  go  on ; 

With  my  Saviour  in  view, 

The  high  prize  I'll  pursue, 
Nor  be  weary,  nor  faint  as  I  run. 

4  The  good  Shepherd  shall  keep 
His  once  wandering  sheep, 

Who  are  brought  to  his  fold  he'll  defend  ; 

'Twas  his  blood  that  I  cost, 

And  I  shall  not  be  lost, 
If  I  hold  on  my  way  to  the  end. 

*C         Close  of  an  Experience  Meeting.      L.  M. 
rE  now  have  heard  our  brethren  tell 
How  they  escaped  the  snares  of  hell 
\        They  all  relate  that  conq'ring  grace 

i         Which  gives  them  in  the  church  a  place. 
2  The  testimony  they  have  giv'n, 
Now  proves  that  they  are  heirs  of  heav'n  ; 
Like  angels  may  they  shine  at  last, 
When  all  this  storm  of  life  is  past. 

b  . JK 


W" 


EXPEDIENCE   MEETING.  507 


787 


ChmfM  Presence.     C.  P.  M.8,8,6,8,8,6. 

UlVnFRE  two  or  throe  together  meet, 
M    My  love  and  mercy  to  repeat, 

And  tell  what  I  have  done, 
There  will  I  be,"  said  God,  "  to  bless, 
And  every  burden'd  soul  redress, 

Who  worships  at  my  throne." 

2  Make  one  in  this  assembly,  Lord, 

Speak  to  each  heart  some  cheering  word 

To  set  the  spirit  free  ; 
Impart  a  kind,  celestial  show'r, 
And  grant  that  we  may  spend  an  hour 

In  fellowship  with  thee. 


788 


Union  with  Christ.      P.  M.  8,8,8,8,7. 

Come  saints  and  sinners,  hear  me  tell 
The  wonders  of  Immanuel ; 
Who  sav'd  me  from  a  burning  hell, 
And  brought  my  soul  with  him  to  dwell. 
And  gave  me  heav'nly  union. 

2  When  Jesus  saw  me  from  on  high, 
Beheld  my  soul  in  ruin  li# 

lie  looked  on  me  with  pitying  eye, 
And  said  to  me,  as  he  pass'd  by, 

With  God  you  have  no  union. 

3  Then  I  be^an  to  pray  and  cry, 

I  look'd  this  way  and  that  to  fly. 
It  griev'd  me  sore  that  I  must  die, 
I  sought  salvation  for  to  buy, 
But  still  I  found  no  union. 

4  Bat  when  T  hated  all  my  Bin, 
My  deax  Redeemer  took  me  in. 
And  with  his  blood  he  wash'd  me  clean; 
And,  01  what  seasons  I  have  seen, 

E'er  since  J  felt  this  union. 


]     508  MISSIONARY    MEETING. 

j        5  I  prais'd  the  Lord  both  night  and  day, 
I  went  from  house  to  house  to  pray, 
And  if  I  met  one  on  the  way, 
I  always  something  found  to  say 
About  this  heav'nly  union. 

j        G  Almighty  God,  teach  heart  and  tongue 
To  thee  to  raise  a  grateful  song ; 
All  praises  to  thy  name  belong ; 
Let  Zion  sing,  thy  kingdom  come, 
And  fill  the  world  with  union. 

\  — 


MISSIONARY  MEETING. 


789 


Condition  of  the  Heathen.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

From  Greenland's  icy  mountains, 
From  India's  coral  strand, — 
Where  Afric's  sunny  fountains 

Roll  down  their  golden  sand,  — 
From  many  an  ancient  river, 

From  many  a  palmy  plain, — 
They  ctll  us  to  deliver 

Their  land  from  error's  chain. 

2  What  though  the  spicy  breezes 

Blow  soft  o'er  Ceylon's  isle, 
Though  every  prospect  pleases, 

And  only  man  is  vile ! 
In  vain,  with  lavish  kindness, 

The  gifts  of  God  are  strown ; 
The  heathen,  in  his  blindness, 

Bows  down  to  wood  and  stone. 

3  Shall  we,  whose  souls  are  lighted 

By  wisdom  from  on  high, 

Shall  we  to  man  benighted 

The  light  of  life  deny? 


MISSIONARY    MEETING.  509 


Salvation  !  0,  salvation  ! 
The  joyful  sound  proclaim, 

Till  earth's  remotest  nation 
lias  learned  Messiah's  name. 

4  Waft,  waft,  ye  winds,  his  story, 

And  you,  ye  waters,  roll, 
Till,  lib*  a  sea  of  glory, 

It  spreads  from  pole  to  pole ; 
Till  o'er  our  ransomed  nature 

The  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Redeemer,  King,  Creator, 

In  bliss  returns  to  reign. 


1790 


Missionary's  Farewell.       M.  8s,  Ts  Sc  4. 

Yes,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee  ; 
All  thy  scenes,  I  love  them  well ; 
Friends,  connections,  happy  country. 
Can  I  bid  you  all  farewell  ? 
Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell? 

2  Home,  thy  joys  are  passing  lovely — 
Joys  no  stranger-heart  can  tell ; 

Happy  home,  indeed  I  love  thee: 
1 — can  I  say,  "farewell?" 
Can  I  leave  thee, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell? 

3  Seen efl  of  sacred  peace  and  pleasure, 
Holy  days  and  sabbath  bell, 

Richest,  brightest,  sweetest  treasure, 
Can  1  say  a  last  farewell? 
Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell? 

4  Yes,  I  hasten  from  yon  gladly — 
From  the  scenes  I  love  so  well « 

Far  away,  ye  billows,  bear  me: 

I     ely  native  land,  farewell : 
Pleased  I  leave  thee, 

Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell. 

B       *Q* m 


|051O  MISSIONARY   MEETING. 

5  In  the  deserts  let  me  labor ; 
On  the  mountains  let  me  tell 
How  he  died — the  blessed  Saviour — 
To  redeem  a  world  from  hell : 
Let  me  hasten, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell. 
Bear  me  on,  thou  restless  ocean; 

Let  the  winds  my  canvass  swell : 
Heaves  my  heart  with  warm  emotion, 
While  I  go  far  hence  to  dwell : 
Glad  I  bid  thee, 
Native  land,  farewell — farewell ! 


791 


Departure  of  Missionaries.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Men  of  God,  go  take  your  stations ; 
Darkness  reigns  o'er  all  the  earth ; 
Loud  proclaim  among  the  nations 
Joyful  news  of  heavenly  birth : 

Bear  the  tidings, 
Tidings  of  the  Saviour's  worth. 
Go  to  men  in  darkness  sleeping ; 

Tell  that  Christ  is  strong  to  save ; 
Go  to  men  in  bondage  weeping ; 
Publish  freedom  to  the  slave : 

Tell  the  dying, 
Christ  has  triumphed  o'er  the  grave. 
What  though  earth,  by  hell  excited, 

Should  oppose  the  Saviour's  reign  ! 
Plead  his  cause  to  souls  benighted ; 
Fear  ye  not  the  face  of  men ; 

Vain  the  tumult, 
Earth  and  hell  will  rage  in  vain. 
Though  exposed  to  fearful  dangers, 

Jesus  will  his  own  defend ; 
Borne  afar  ;mid  foes  and  strangers, 
Jesus  is  your  heavenly  friend ; 

And  his  presence 
Shall  be  with  you  to  the  end. 


j 


■ 


MISSIONARY   MEETING.  511 


792 


Prayer  for  the  Success  of  Missions.  CM. 

Lord,  send  thy  word,  and  let  it  fly, 
Armed  with  thy  Spirit's  power: 
Ten  thousands  shall  confess  its  sway, 
And  bless  the  saving  hour. 

Beneath  the  influence  of  thy  grace 

The  barren  wastes  shall  rise, 
With  sudden  greens  and  fruits  array'd, 

A  blooming  paradise. 

True  holiness  shall  strike  its  root 

In  each  regenerate  heart; 
Shall  in  a  growth  divine  arise, 

And  heavenly  fruits  impart. 

Peace,  with  her  olives  crowned,  shall  stretch 
Her  wings  from  shore  to  shore ; 

No  trump  shall  rouse  the  rage  of  war, 
Xor  murderous  cannon  roar. 

Lord,  for  those  days  we  wait ;  those  days 

Are  in  thy  word  foretold  ; 
Ply  swifter,  sun  and  stars,  and  bring 

This  promised  age  of  gold. 

"  Amen,"  with  joy  divine,  let  earth's 

Unnumbered  myriads  cry ; 
"Amen/'  with  joy  divine,  let  heav'n's 

Unnumbered  choirs  reply. 


793 


The  Missionaries7  Farewell.         C.  M. 

Kindred  and  friends  and  native  land, 
How  shall  we  say  farewell  ? 
I  low,  when  our  swelling  sails  expand, 
How  will  our  bosoms  swell ! 

iture,  all  thy  soft  delights 
And  tender  ties  we  know ; 
But  love  more  strong  than  death  unites 
To  him  who  bids  us  go. 


MISSIONARY   MEETING. 


3  Thus,  when,  our  every  passion  moved, 

The  gushing  tear-drop  starts, 

The  cause  of  Jesus,  more  beloved, 

Shall  glow  within  our  hearts. 

4  The  sighs  we  breathe  for  precious  souls, 

Where  he  is  yet  unknown, 
Might  waft  us  to  the  distant  poles, 
Or  to  the  burning  zone. 

5  With  warm  desire  our  bosoms  swell, 

Our  glowing  powers  expand ; 
Farewell,  then  we  can  say,  farewell, 
Our  friends  and  native  land. 


794 


Send  us  the  Bread  of  Life.  C.  M. 

A  cry  upon  the  winds  is  borne: 
We  hear  it  day  by  day ; 
It  comes  from  lands  that  sigh  and  mourn 
Beneath  the  spoiler's  sway. 

2  What  is  this  cry  that  ever  comes, 

Wafted  upon  the  air, 
Or  on  the  ocean's  swelling  wave  ? — 
What  is  this  earnest  pray'r  ? 

3  Christians,  it  is  for  living  bread, 

And  for  life's  water  pure ; 
That  spirits  crushed,  and  dark,  and  dead, 
May  endless  good  secure. 

4  Ah !  sad  'twill  be,  if  all  in  vain 

It  falls  upon  the  ear, 
And  wakes  no  answering  tone  again, 
And  starts  no  pitying  tear ! 

5  Help  for  the  heathen!  let  it  go 

From  every  christian  hand — 
Help !  that  the  blessedness  ye  know 
May  flow  to  every  land. 


MISSIONARY    MEETING. 


513' 


795 


Missionaries  Commended  to  God.     C.  M. 

Father  of  mercies,  condescend 
To  hear  our  fervent  pray'r, 
While  these  our  brethren  we  commend 
To  thy  paternal  care. 

2  Before  them  set  an  open  door ; 

Their  faithful  labors  bless ; 
On  them  thy  Holy  Spirit  pour, 
And  crown  them  with  success. 

3  Endow  them  with  a  heavenly  mind  ; 

Supply  their  every  need ; 
Make  them  in  spirit  meek,  resigned, 
But  bold  in  word  and  deed. 

4  In  every  tempting,  trying  hour 

Uphold  them  by  thy  grace  ; 
And  guard  them  by  thy  mighty  pow'r, 
Till  they  shall  end  their  race. 

5  Then,  followed  by  a  numerous  train, 

Gather'd  from  heathen  lands, 
A  crown  of  life  may  they  obtain 
From  their  Redeemer's  hands. 


796 


Prayer  for  Success.  L.  M. 

Millions  there  are  on  heathen  ground, 
Who  never  heard  the  gospel's  sound ; 
Lord,  send  it  forth,  and  let  it  run, 
Swift  and  reviving  as  the  sun. 


lips, 

Sinners  to  shun  the  way  to  hell ; 
To  those  who  ,uivo,  do  thou  impart 
A  gen'rous,  wise,  and  tender  heart. 

3  Lord,  crown  their  zeal,  reward  their  care, 
That  in  thy  grace  they  all  may  share; 
And  those  wh<>  now  in  darkness  dwell, 
Deliv'rance  bring  from  guilt  and  hell. 


797 


The  Latter  Day  Glory. 


L.  M. 


Behold,  the  heathen  waits  to  know 
The  joy  the  gospel  will  bestow ; 
The  exiled  captive  to  receive 
The  freedom  Jesus  has  to  give. 

2  Come,  let  us  with  a  grateful  heart, 
In  this  blest  labor  share  a  part: 

Our  prayers  and  offerings  gladly  bring 
To  aid  the  triumphs  of  our  King. 

3  Our  hearts  exult  in  songs  of  praise, 
That  we  have  seen  these  latter  days, 
When  our  Redeemer  shall  be  known, 
Where  Satan  long  hath  held  his  throne. 

4  Where'er  his  hand  hath  spread  the  skies. 
Sweet  incense  to  his  name  shall  rise; 
And  slave  and  freeman.  Greek  and  Jew, 
By  sovereign  grace  be  forin'd  anew. 


798 


Prayer  for  the  Success  of  Missions.  L.  M. 

Thy  people,  Lord,  who  trust  thy  word, 
And  wait  the  smilings  of  thy  face, 
Assemble  'round  the  mercy-seat, 
And  plead  the  promise  of  thy  grace. 

2  We  consecrate  these  hours  to  thee, 
Thy  sovereign  mercy  to  entreat ; 
And  feel  some  animating  hope, 
We  shall  divine  acceptance  meet. 

3  Hast  thou  not  promised  to  thy  Son, 
That  his  dominion  shall  extend 

Till  every  tongue  shall  call  him  Lord, 
And  every  knee  before  him  bend? 

4  Now  let  the  happy  time  appear,. 
The  time  to  favor  Zion  come ; 

Send  forth  thy  heralds  far  and  near. 
To  call  thy  banished  people  home. 


MISSIONARY   MEETING.  515  ®: 


799 


The  Oosjk  I  Banner.        M.  7s  &  6s. 

Now  be  the  gospel  banner 
In  every  land  unfurled  ; 

And  be  the  shout,  "  Boaanna," 
Re-echoed  through  the  world  ; 

Till  every  isle  and  nation, 
Till  every  tribe  and  tongue, 

Receive  the  great  salvation, 
And  join  the  happy  throng. 

What  though  th'  embattled  legions 

Of  earth  and  hell  combine ! 
His  arm.  throughout  their  regions, 

Shall  soon  resplendent  shine  : 
Ride  on,  0  Lord,  victorious, 

Immanuel,  Prince  of  peace  ! 
Thy  triumph  shall  be  glorious, — 

Thine  empire  shall  increase. 

Yes  ;  thou  shalt  reign  forever, 

0  Jesus,  Kings  of  kings; 
Thy  light,  thy  love,  thy  favor, 

Each  ransomed  captive  sings ; 
The  isles  for  thee  are  waiting, 

The  deserts  learn  thy  praise  ; 
The  hills  and  valleys,  greeting, 

The  song  responsive  raise. 


LIKE 
An 


Prayer  far  Missionaries.  L.  M. 

Abrah'm,  to  a  land  unknown, 
v  our  dear  missionaries  gone: 
Obedient  to  the  heavenly  call, 
They  Leave  their  country  and  their  all. 

The  various  dangers  by  the  way, 

Perils  and  toils  by  night  and  da 

The  b  leep  and  death  they  brave. 

The  islands  of  the  se;t  to  save. 


516  MONTHLY    CONCERT. 


3  May  their  whole  souls  and  selves  be  blest 
In  Abraham's  God,  with  peace  and  rest, 
In  each  distressing  trying  hour, 

Be  Abraham's  God  their  shield  and  tow'r. 

4  When  they  arrive  at  distant  lands, 
With  Jesus'  gospel  in  their  hands, 
0  may  the  tidings  of  his  love, 
Salvation  to  the  heathen  prove  ! 


801 


MONTHLY  CONCEBT. 

A  Blessing  on  Christian  Effort.       C.  M. 

Salvation  ! — Let  the  tidings  roll 
The  spacious  earth  around, 
Till  every  tribe  and  every  soul 

Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound. 
Then  shall  the  scattered  wanderers  meet, 

Who  now  in  darkness  rove, 
And,  gathered  'round  Immanuel's  feet, 

Sing  of  his  saving  love. 
0  Lord,  each  faithful  effort  own, 

To  spread  the  gospel's  rays ; 
And  rear  on  sin's  demolished  throne, 

The  temples  of  thy  praise. 

Extension  of  Christ's  Kingdom.      S.  M. 

OLord  our  God,  arise, 
The  cause  of  truth  maintain : 
And  wide  o'er  all  the  peopled  world 
Extend  her  blessed  reign. 
Thou  Prince  of  life,  arise, 
Nor  let  thy  glory  cease ; 
Far  spread  the  conquests  of  thy  grace, 
And  bless  the  earth  with  peace. 


MONTHLY    CONCERT.  517 

3  0  Holy  Spirit,  rise. 
Extend  thy  heavenly  wing, 

And  o'er  a  dark  and  ruined  world 
Let  light  and  order  spring. 

4  0.  all  ye  nations,  rise, 
To  God  the  Saviour  sing  ; 

Frmn  shore  to  shore,  from  earth  to  heav'n 
Let  echoing  anthems  ring. 

Gospel  Triumphs.  C.  M.  I 

esus,  immortal  King,  arise; 
Assert  thy  rightful  sway; 
Till  earth,  subdued,  its  tribute  brings, 
And  distant  lands  obey. 

2  Send  forth  thy  word,  and  let  it  fly 
The  spacious  earth  around ; 

Till  every  soul  beneath  the  sun 
Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound. 

3  0,  may  the  great  Redeemer's  name 
Through  every  clime  be  known  : 

And  heathen  gods,  forsaken,  mil, 
And  Jesus  reign  alone. 

4  From  sea  to  sea,  from  shore  to  shore, 
Be  thou,  0  Christ,  ador'd; 

And  earth,  with  all  her  millions,  shout 
Hosannas  to  the  Lord. 


je 


804 


Church's  Increase  Promised.        C.  M. 

Father,  is  not  thy  promise  pledg'd 
To  thine  exalted  Son, 
That  thro'  the  nations  of  the  earth 
Thy  word  of  life  shall  run  '! 

and  I'll  -ivo  the  heathen  lands 
F<»r  thine  inheritai 
And,  t<>  the  world's  remotest  shores, 

Thine'  empire1  shall  advance. n 
III 


d18 


MONTHLY    CONCERT. 


Wt 


3  Hast  thou  not  said,  the  blinded  Jews 

Shall  their  Redeemer  own, 
While  Gentiles  to  his  standard  crowd, 
And  bow  before  his  throne  ? 

4  Are  not  all  kingdoms,  tribes  and  tongues, 

Beneath  th'  expanse  of  heaven, 
To  the  dominion  of  thy  Son, 
With  all  their  millions  given  ? 

5  From  east  to  west,  from  north  to  south, 

Then  be  his  name  adored ; 
The  world,  through  all  its  nations,  shout 
Hosannas  to  the  Lord. 


805 


Prayer  for  Missions.  CM. 

Sreat  God  !  the  nations  of  the  earth 
Are  by  creation  thine: 
And  in  thy  works,  by  all  beheld, 
Thy  radiant  glories  shine. 

2  But,  Lord,  thy  greater  love  has  sent 

Thy  gospel  to  mankind, 
Unveiling  what  rich  stores  of  grace 
Are  treasured  in  thy  mind. 

3  0,  when  shall  these  glad  tidings  spread 

The  spacious  earth  around, 
Till  every  tribe  and  every  soul 
Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound? 

4  Smile,  Lord,  on  each  divine  attempt 

To  spread  the  gospel's  rays, 
And  build  thy  church  in  every  clime, 
A  temple  of  thy  praise. 


806 


Prayer  for  the  Latter  Days.        M.  7s. 

Hasten,  Lord,  the  glorious  time, 
When,  beneath  Messiah's  sway, 
Every  nation,  every  clime, 
Shall  the  gospel-call  obey. 


M 


MONTHLY    CONCERT.  519 

2  Then  the  kings  thy  poVr  shall  own, 
Heathen  tribes  thy  name  adore; 
Satan  and  his  host  o'erthrown. 
Bound  in  chains,  shall  hurt  DO  more. 

3  Then  shall  wars  and  tumults  <•■ 
Then  be  broken  slavery's  chain; 
righteousness,  and  joy,  and  peace, 
Undisturbed  shall  ever  reign. 

4  Bless  we.  then,  our  gracious  Lord  ; 
Ever  praise  his  glorious  name; 
All  his  mighty  acts  record: 

All  his  wondrous  love  proclaim. 


807 


Spread  of  the  Gospel.        M.  8s,  7s  k  4. 

O'er  the  gloomy  hills  of  darkness, 
Look,  my  soul,  be  still  and  gaze; 
See  the  promises  advancing 
To  a  glorious  day  of  grace: — 
Blest  fulfilment ! — 
Let  the  glorious  morning  dawn. 
2  Let  the  dark,  benighted  pagan, 
Let  the  rude  barbarian  see 
That  divine  and  glorious  conquest, 
Once  obtained  on  Calvary: 
Let  the  m 
Loud  resound,  i"n»m  pole  to  pole. 
'}  Kingdoms  wide,  that  sit  in  darkn- 

Grant  them,  Lord,  the  glorious  light; 
Now,  from  eastern  coast  and  western, 
May  the  morning  chase  the  night ; 
Let  redemption, 
Freely  purchased,  win  the  day. 
4   Fly  abroad,  thou  mighty  gospel: 
Win  and  conquer — never  cease; 

May  thy  la-ting,  wide  dominions 

Multiply  and  still  inores 

Sway  thy  BCeptre, 

OF,  all  the  world  around. 

....  w __Jgj 


J     520  MONTHLY   CONCERT. 

|  QUO      Encouraging  Prospects.     M.  8s,7s  &  4. 

Ves,  we  trust  the  day  is  breaking; 
1    Joyful  times  are  near  at  hand ; 
\  God,  the  mighty  God,  is  speaking, 

I  By  his  word,  in  every  land : 

When  he  chooses, 
Darkness  flies  at  his  command. 

2  While  the  foe  becomes  more  daring, 
While  he  enters  like  a  flood, 
God,  the  Saviour,  is  preparing 

Means  to  spread  thy  truth  abroad: — 
Every  language 
Soon  shall  tell  the  love  of  God. 

\        3  0,  'tis  pleasant,  His  reviving 

To  our  hearts,  to  hear,  each  day, 
Joyful  news,  from  far  arriving, 
How  the  gospel  wins  its  way, 
Those  enlightening 
Who  in  death  and  darkness  lay. 

4  God  of  Jacob,  high  and  glorious, 
Let  thy  people  see  thy  hand; 
Let  the  gospel  be  victorious, 

Through  the  world,  in  every  land ; 
Then  shall  idols 
Perish,  Lord,  at  thy  command. 


809 


The  Salvation  of  Zion.         M.  7s  &  6s. 

Othat  that  the  Lord's  salvation 
Were  out  of  Zion  come, 
To  heal  his  ancient  nation, 
To  lead  his  outcasts  home ! 

2  How  long  the  holy  city 

Shall  heathen  feet  profane  ? 
Return,  0  Lord,  in  pity ; 
Rebuild  her  walls  again. 


-MONTH  I  A'    CONCERT. 


521s 


3  Let  full  thy  rod  of  terror ; 

Thy  sarong  grace  impart; 

Roll  back  the  veil  of  error ; 

Release  the  fetter'd  heart. 

4  Let  Israel,  home  returning, 

Her  lost  Messiah  see ; 
Give  oil  of  joy  for  mourning, 
And  hind  thy  church  to  thee. 


810 


Success  of  the  Gospel.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

The  morning  light  is  breaking, 
The  darkness  disappears ; 
The  sons  of  earth  are  waking 

To  penitential  tears ; 
Each  breeze  that  sweeps  the  ocean 

Brings  tidings  from  afar 
Of  nations  in  commotion, 
Prepar'd  for  Zion/s  war. 

2  Rich  dews  of  grace  come  o'er  us, 
In  many  a  gentle  show'r, 

And  brighter  scenes  before  us 

Are  opening  every  hour : 
Each  cry,  to  heaven  going, 

Abundant  answers  bring 
And  heavenly  gales  are  blowing, 

With  peace  upon  their  wings. 

3  Blest  river  of  salvation, 
Pursue  thy  onward  way  : 

Flow  thou  to  every  nation, 

Nor  in  thy  richness  Btay: 
Stay  not,  till  all  the  lowly 

Triumphant  reach  their  home; 
Stay  not,  till  all  the  holj 

Proclaim,  "The  L  ird  m  come." 
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MONTHLY  CONCERT. 


811 


812 


Prayer  for  Israel.  S.  M. 

Lord,  send  thy  servants  forth 
To  call  the  Hebrews  home ; 
From  east  and  west,  from  south  and  north, 
Let  all  the  wanderers  come. 

Where'er,  in  lands  unknown, 
The  fugitives  remain, 
Bid  every  creature  help  them  on, 
Thy  holy  mount  to  gain. 

An  offering  to  the  Lord, 
There  let  them  all  be  seen, 
And  washed  with  water  and  with  blood, 
In  soul  and  body  clean. 

With  Israel's  myriads  sealed, 
Let  all  the  nations  meet, 
And  show  the  promises  fulfilled, — 
Thy  family  complete. 


Imploring  a  Blessing  on  Means.      L.  M. 

Indulgent  God,  to  thee  we  pray  ; 
Be  with  us  on  this  solemn  day ; 
Smile  on  our  souls,  our  plans  approve, 
By  which  we  seek  to  spread  thy  love. 

2  Let  party  prejudice  be  gone, 
And  love  unite  our  hearts  in  one ; 
Let  all  we  have  and  are  combine, 
To  aid  this  glorious  work  of  thine. 


We  long  to  have  the  day  appear, 
The  promised  great  sabbatic  year ; 
When,  far  from  grief,  and  sin  and  uon, 
Israel  in  ceaseless  peace  shall  dwell. 

Till  then,  we  shall  not  let  thee  rest, 
Thou  still  shalt  hear  our  strong  request ; 
And  this  our  daily  prayer  shall  be, 
Lord,  sound  the  trump  of  jubilee. 


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*  MONTHLY    OONCHRT.  523. 

OlO        Influences  of  the  Spirit.     M.  8s,  7s  ft  4. 

Wuo  but  thou,  almighty  Spirit, 
Can  the  heathen  world  reclaim? 
MeQ  may  preach,  but,  till  thou  favor, 
Heathens  still  will  be  the  same: 

Mighty  Spirit, 
Witness  to  the  Saviour's  name. 

2  Thou  hast  promised,  by  the  prophets, 

Glorious  light  in  latter  days  ; 
Come,  and  bless  bewildered  nations ; 
Change  our  prayers  and  tears  to  praise ; 

Promised  Spirit, 
Round  the  world  diffuse  thy  rays. 

3  All  our  hopes,  and  prayers,  and  labors 

Must  be  vain  without  thy  aid  : 

But  thou  wilt  not  disappoint  us  ; 

All  is  true  that  thou  hast  said: 

Gracious  Spirit, 
O'er  the  world  thy  influence  shed. 


814 


Arm  of  the  Lord,  Awake!  L.  M. 

Arm  of  the  Lord, awake,  awake! 
Put  on  thy  strength — the  nations  shake, 
And  let  the  world,  adoring,  see 
Triumphs  of  mercy  wrought  by  thee. 

2  Say  to  the  heathen  from  thy  throne, 
"  I  am  Jehovah — God  alone !  " 

Thy  voice  their  idols  shall  confound, 
And  cast  their  altars  to  the  ground. 

3  No  more  let  human  blood  be  spilt, 
Vain  sacrifice  for  human  guilt: 
But  to  each  conscience  be  applied 
The  blood  that  flow'd  from  Jesus'  side. 

4  Almighty  God,  thy  grace  proclaim, 
In  every  land,  of  every  name: 
Let  adverse  pow'rs  before  thee  fall, 
And  crown  the  Saviour — Lord  of  all. 


EL 


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524  MONTHLY    CONCERT. 

OlO  The  Time  to  Favor  Zion.  L.  M. 

Sovereign  of  worlds !  display  thy  pow'r ; 
Be  this  thy  Zion's  favor' d  hour  ; 
Bid  the  bright  morning  star  arise, 
And  point  the  nations  to  the  skies. 

2  Set  up  thy  throne  where  Satan  reigns, 
On  Afric's  shore,  on  India's  plains, 
On  lonely  isles  and  lands  unknown, 
And  make  the  nations  all  thine  own. 

3  Speak !  and  the  world  shall  hear  thy  voice ; 
Speak !  and  the  desert  shall  rejoice  ; 
Scatter  the  gloom  of  heathen  night, 
And  bid  all  nations  hail  the  light. 


816 


Prayer  for  the  Church's  Increase.  L.  M. 

Ixdulgent  Sov'reign  of  the  skies, 
And  wilt  thou  bow  thy  gracious  ear  ? 
While  feeble  mortals  raise  their  cries, 
Wilt  thou,  the  great  Jehovah,  hear? 

2  How  shall  thy  servants  give  thee  rest, 
Till  Zion Y  mouldering  walls  thou  raise, 
Till  thy  own  power  shall  stand  confessed, 
And  make  Jerusalem  a  praise  ? 

3  For  this  a  lowly  suppliant  crowd, 
Here  in  thy  sacred  temple  wait : 
For  this  we  lift  our  voices  loud, 
And  call,  and  knock  at  mercy's  gate. 

4  Look  down,  0  God,  with  pitying  eye, 
And  view  the  desolation  'round  ; 

See  what  wide  realms  in  darkness  lie, 
And  hurl  their  idols  to  the  ground. 

5  Loud  let  the  gospel  trumpet  blow, 
And  call  the  nations  from  afar  ; 
Let  all  the  isles  their  Saviour  know, 
And  earth's  remotest  ends  draw  near. 


MONTHLY    CONCERT.  525 ' 


817 


Christ's  Universal Reig a.  C.  M. 

Tnus  saith  the  Lord,  "My  Son  shall  reign 
To  earths  remotest  bound: 
I  will  his  holy  throne  maintain, 
And  all  his  foes  confound." 

2  Arise,  0  God,  thy  strength  display ; 

Stretch  forth  thy  conquering  sword ; 
O'er  every  land  thy  sceptre  sway, 
And  shed  thy  grace  abroad. 

3  Soon  may  the  Gentile  and  the  Jew 

With  one  consent  submit; 
And  men  of  every  name  and  hue, 
Bow  at  Immanuel's  feet. 

4  Send  forth  thy  Spirit  with  thy  word, 

To  every  tribe  and  tongue ; 
Let  all  the  nations  praise  the  Lord, 
In  one  delightful  song. 

OlO  Prayer  Jor  the  Jews.  L.  M. 

Father  of  faithful  Abraham,  hear 
Our  earnest  suit  for  Abrah'm's  seed ; 
Justly  they  claim  the  tenderest  pray'r 
From  us,  adopted  in  their  stead. 

2  Outcast  from  thee,  and  scattered  wide 
Through  every  nation  under  heav'n, 
Blaspheming  whom  they  crucified, 
Unsaved,  unpitied,  unforgiv'n. 

3  But  hast  thou  finally  forsook, 
Forever  cast  thine  own  away? 

Wilt  thou  not  bid  the  murderers  look 
On  him  they  pierced,  and  weep  and  pray. 

4  Come  then,  thou  great  Deliverer,  come; 
The  veil  from  Jacob's  heart  rem 

0  bring  thine  ancient  people  home, 
And  let  them  know  thy  dying  love. 


BL 


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#526 


MONTHLY   CONCERT. 


~® 


For  the  World's  Conversion.  S.  M. 

OGod  of  sov'reign  grace, 
We  bow  before  thy  throne, 
And  plead,  for  all  the  human  race, 
The  merits  of  thy  Son. 

Spread  through  the  earth,  0  Lord, 
The  knowledge  of  thy  ways ; 
And  let  all  lands,  with  joy,  record 
The  great  Redeemer's  praise. 


820 


Signs  of  the  Times.  L.  M. 

Behold  the  promised  time  draw  near, 
The  shades  disperse,  the  dawn  appear, 
Behold  the  wilderness  assume 
The  beauteous  tints  of  Eden's  bloom. 

2  Events  with  prophecies  conspire 
To  raise  our  faith,  our  zeal  to  fire : 
The  ripening  fields  already  white, 
Present  a  harvest  to  our  sight. 

3  The  untaught  heathen  waits  to  know 
The  joys  the  gospel  will  bestow ; 
The  exiFd  slave  waits  to  receive 
The  freedom  Jesus  has  to  give. 

4  Come  let  us,  with  a  grateful  heart, 
In  the  blest  labor  share  a  part, 

Our  pray'rs  and  offerings  gladly  bring 
To  aid  the  triumphs  of  our  king. 


bZi   Pray 


ayerfor  the  Dominion  of  Christ.    L.  M. 

I)  right  as  the  sun's  meridian  blaze, 
)  Vast  as  the  blessings  he  conveys, 
Wide  as  his  reign  from  pole  to  pole, 
And  permanent  as  his  control : 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.  527     I 

2  So,  Jesus,  let  thy  kingdom  come; 
Then  sin  and  hell's  terrific  gloom 
Shall,  at  thy  brightness,  flee  away — 
The  dawn  of  an  eternal  day. 

3  Then  shall  the  heathen,  fill'd  with  awe, 
Learn  the  blest  knowledge  of  thy  law  ; 
And  antichrist,  on  every  shore, 

Fall  from  his  throne  to  rise  no  more. 

OZZ        Conversion  of  the  World.  L.  M. 

Ascend  thy  throne,  almighty  King, 
And  spread  thy  glories  all  abroad  ; 
Let  thine  own  arm  salvation  bring, 
And  be  thou  known,  the  gracious  God. 

2  Let  millions  bow  before  thy  seat, 
Let  humble  mourners  seek  thy  face ; 
Bring  daring  rebels  to  thy  feet, 
Subdued  by  thy  victorious  grace. 

3  0  let  the  kingdoms  of  the  world 
Become  the  kingdom  of  our  Lord ; 

Let  saints  and  angels  praise  thy  name — 
Be  thou  thro'  heaven  and  earth  ador'd. 


SPIRITUAL  DECLENSION. 

823 


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AUrSufficiencrj  of  Jesus.  P.  M.  8  lines  8s. 
row  tedious  and  tasteless  the  hours 
When  Jesus  do  longer  I  see! 

r  birds,  and  BWeet  flowers 
Have  all  lost  their  i  to  me; — 

ddsummcr  sun  shines  but  dim, 
The  fields  Btrive  in  v  rin  to  look  gay; 
But  when  I  am  happy  in  him, 
December's  as  pleasant  as  May. 


528  SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION. 

2  His  name  yields  the  richest  perfume, 

And  sweeter  than  music  his  voice : 
His  presence  disperses  my  gloom, 

And  makes  all  within  me  rejoice ; 
I  should,  were  he  always  thus  nigh, 

Have  nothing  to  wish  or  to  fear ; 
No  mortal  so  happy  as  I, — 

My  summer  would  last  all  the  year. 

3  Content  with  beholding  his  face, 

My  all  to  his  pleasure  resigned, 
No  changes  of  season  or  place 

Would  make  any  change  in  my  mind : 
While  blest  with  a  sense  of  his  love, 

A  palace  a  toy  would  appear ; 
And  prisons  would  palaces  prove, 

If  Jesus  would  dwell  with  me  there. 

4  My  Lord,  if  indeed  I  am  thine, 

If  thou  art  my  sun  and  my  song, 
Say,  why  do  I  languish  and  pine  ? 

And  why  are  my  winters  so  long  ? 
0  drive  these  dark  clouds  from  my  sky ; 

Thy  soul-cheering  presence  restore ; 
Or  take  me  to  thee  up  on  high, 

Where  winter  and  clouds  are  more. 


824 


Walking  with  God.  C.  M. 

Ofor  a  closer  walk  with  God ! 
A  calm  and  heavenly  frame  ! 
A  light  to  shine  upon  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb ! 

2  Where  is  the  blessedness  I  knew 
When  first  I  saw  the  Lord? 
Where  is  the  soul-refreshing  view 
Of  Jesus  and  his  word? 


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SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.  529  "j 


3  What  peaceful  hours  I  then  enjoyed  ! 

How  sweet  their  memory  still ! 
But  now  I  find  an  aching  void 
The  world  can  never  till. 

4  Return,  0  holy  Dove! — return, 

Sweet  messenger  of  rest ; 
I  hate  the  sins  that  made  thee  mourn, 
And  drove  thee  from  my  breast. 

5  The  dearest  idol  I  have  known, 

Whate'er  that  idol  be, 
Help  me  to  tear  it  from  thy  throne, 
And  worship  only  thee. 

6  So  shall  my  walk  be  close  with  God, 
Calm  and  serene  my  fame ; 


So  purer  light  shall  mark  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 


825 


M 


Spiritual  Sloth  Reproved.  C.  Bi. 

y  drowsy  powers,  why  sleep  ye  so  ? 


Awake,  my  sluggish  soul ! 
Nothing  has  half  thy  work  to  do, 
Yet  nothing's  half  so  dull. 

2  Go  to  the  ants — for  one  poor  grain: 
See  how  they  toil  and  strive ; 

Yet  we,  who  have  a  heav'n  t'  obtain, 
How  negligent  we  live ! 

3  "We,  for  whom  God  the  Son  came  down, 
And  labor'd  for  our  good  ■ 

How  careless  to  Becnre  that  crown 
He  purchased  with"  his  blood! 

4  Lord,  shall  we  live  so  sluggish  still, 
And  never  act  our  parts f 

Come,  holy  Dove,  from  /ion's  hill, 
And  warm  our  frozen  hearts! 

L  _J1 33 J 


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SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.  | 

5 

5  Help  us,  with  active  warmth  to  move, 
With  vigorous  souls  to  rise  ; 
With  hands  of  faith,  and  wings  of  love, 
To  fly  and  take  the  prize. 

O/wU     Qt  tfiat  I  were  as  in  months  past !     CM. 
Iweet  was  the  time  when  first  I  felt 
The  Saviour's  pardoning  blood, 
Applied  to  cleanse  my  soul  from  guilt, 
And  bring  me  home  to  God. 

2  Soon  as  the  light  the  morn  renewed, 
His  praises  tun'd  my  tongue ; 

And  when  the  evening  shades  prevailed 
His  love  was  all  my  song. 

3  In  pray'r  my  soul  drew  near  the  Lord, 
And  saw  his  glory  shine ; 

And  when  I  read  his  holy  word, 
I  calPd  each  promise  mine. 

4  Then  to  his  saints  I  often  spoke 
Of  what  his  love  had  done ; 

But  now  my  heart  is  almost  broke, 
For  all  my  joys  are  gone. 

5  Now,  when  the  evening  shade  prevails, 
My  soul  in  darkness  mourns ; 

And  when  the  morn  the  light  reveals, 
No  light  to  me  returns. 

6  Rise,  Lord,  and  help  me  to  prevail ; 
0  make  my  soul  thy  care ! 

I  know  thy  mercy  cannot  fail ; 
Let  me  thy  mercy  share. 

897 

J~  ■  Declension  Lamented.     M.  8s  &  7s. 

^xce,  0  Lord,  thy  garden  flourished, 
Every  part  looked  gay  and  green  ; 
Then  thy  word  our  spirits  nourished, 
Happy  seasons  we  have  seen ! 


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SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.  531 


2  But  a  drought  has  since  succeeded, 

And  a  sad  decline  we  see  ; 
Lord,  thy  help  is  greatly  needed, 
Help  can  only  come  from  thee. 

3  Some,  in  win /in  we  once  delighted, 

We  shall  see  no  more  below ; 
Some,  alas,  we  fear  are  blighted, — 
Scarce  a  single  leaf  they  show. 

4  Dearest  Saviour,  hasten  hither : 

Thou  canst  make  them  bloom  again  ; 
0,  permit  them  not  to  wither, 
Let  not  all  our  hopes  be  vain! 

QAO      Distance  from  God  Lamented.       C.  M. 

Why  is  my  heart  so  far  from  thee, 
My  God,  my  chief  delight? 
Why  are  my  thoughts  no  more  by  day 
With  thee,  no  more  by  night? 

2  Why  should  my  foolish  passions  rove  ? 

Where  can  such  sweetness  be, 
As  I  have  tasted  in  thy  love, 
A  -  I  have  found  in  thee  ? 

3  When  my  forgetful  soul  renews 

The  savor  of  thy  grace, 
My  heart  presumes  I  cannot  lose 
The  relish  all  my  days. 

4  But  ere  one  fleeting  hour  is  past, 

The  flattering  world  employs 
Some  sensual  bait  to  seize  my  taste, 
And  to  pollute  my  joys. 

5  Thon  I  repent,  and  vex  my  soul 

That  T  should  leave  tli**"  so : 
Where  will  those  wild  affections  stroll 
That  let  a  Saviour  . 

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^532  SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION. 


829 


Remember  Lot's  Wife.  M.  lis. 

Ye  careless  professors,  who  rest  on  your  lees, 
Amidst  your  vain  pleasures,  your  profit  and 
ease, 
Now  God  says,  "  Arise  and  escape  for  your  life/7 1 
And  look  not  behind  you; — " Remember  Lot's* 
wife." 

2  Awake  from  your  slumber,  the  warning  receive ; 
;Tis  Jesus  that  warns  you,  the  message  believe ; 
While  dangers  are  pending,  "  Escape  for  your 

life, 
And  look  not  behind  you ;  rememberLot's  wife." 

!  3  The  first  bold  apostate  will  tempt  you  to  stray, 
|  And  tell  you  no  dangers  are  found  in  the  way ; 
j  He  means  to  deceive  you ;  "Escape  for  your  life, 
!     And  look  not  behind  you ;  rememberLot's  wife." 

|  4  How  many  poor  souls  has  the  serpent  beguiFd, 
With  specious  temptations,  how  many  denTd ; 
Then  be  not  deluded;  "  Escape  for  your  life, 
And  look  not  behind  you ;  rememberLot's  wife." 

I  5  The  ways  of  religion  true  pleasures  afford ; 
No  pleasures  can  equal  the  joys  of  the  Lord ; 
Forsake  then  the  world, and '  'Escape  for  your  life, 
And  look  not  behind  you  ;  rememberLot's  wife." 

|  6  But  if  you  determine  the  call  to  refuse, 

And  venture  the  way  of  destruction  to  choose: 
For  hell  you  must  part  with  the  blessings  of  life, 
And  then,  if  not  now,you'll  remember  Lot's  wife. 

OOU  The  Barren  Fig  Tree.  C.  M. 

^ee,  in  the  vineyard  of  the  Lord 


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A  barren  fig-tree  stands ; 
It  yields  no  fruit,  no  blossom  bears, 
Though  planted  by  his  hands. 


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SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.  533  ! 

2  From  year  to  year  he  seeks  for  fruit, 
And  still  no  fruit  is  found ; 

It  stands,  amid  the  living  trees, 
A  cumberer  of  the  ground. 

3  But,  see,  an  Intercessor  pleads, 
The  barren  tree  to  spare ; 

"  Let  justice  still  withhold  his  hand, 
And  grant  another  year. 

4  Perhaps  some  means  of  grace  untried 
May  reach  the  stony  heart ; 

The  softening  dews  of  heav'nly  grace 
May  life  anew  impart. 

5  But  if  these  means  should  prove  in  vain, 
Xo  fruits  thy  efforts  crown, 

Then  mercy  shall  no  longer  plead, 
But  justice  cut  it  down." 


831 


The  Barren  Fig  Tree.  M.  7i 

Barren  still  this  tree  is  found, 
Lo!  it  cumbers  still  the  ground  ; 
Culture  it  has  had  for  years, 
But  as  yet  no  fruit  appears. 
Cut  it  down, — why  all  this  toil? 
It  no  more  shall  curse  the  soil. 

I  But  the  dresser  cries,  "Forbear! 
Let  it  stand  another  year: 
Still  it  shall  my  care  employ  ; 
Then,  if  fruit  appear,  with  joy 
At  thy  feet  it  shall  be  laid. 
And  my  care  be  well  repaid." 

j  Lord,  this  parable's  for  me  ; 
I'm  that  dead  and  fruitless  tree; 
I  within  the  vineyard  stand. 
Planted  by  thy  gracious  hand: 
Yet  with  all  tii<'  dreesar'fl  care, 
Scarcely  any  fruit  I  bear. 

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4  I  have  peaceful  sabbath  days, 

I  have  hours  of  pray'r  and  praise : 
Faithful  sermons,  they  are  mine, 
Threat'nings,  promises  divine, 
All  that  wisdom  could  devise, 
Lent  in  mercy  from  the  skies. 

5  Yet  my  heart  is  cold  and  dead, 
Like  a  branch  that's  withered  ; 
Yet  my  hands  inactive  prove, 
To  promote  the  cause  I  love ; 
Blessed  Jesus !  can  there  be 
Life  in  such  a  barren  tree? 

6  0 !  for  grace  this  year  to  be 
All  that  God  delights  to  see ; 
0  for  wisdom  from  above, 
Every  moment  to  improve ; 
And  when  time  has  pass'd  away, 
0  for  mercy  in  that  day ! 


KEVIVAL  HYMNS. 


832 


A  Revival  Hymn.        P.  M.  9,9,12,9. 

What  a  mercy,  a  mercy  is  this ! 
What  a  mercy,  a  mercy  is  this! 
What  a  mercy  is  this,  what  a  heaven  of  bliss , 
If  the  Saviour  is  found  in  my  heart ! 

2  What  will,  0  what  will  become  of  me?  &c. 
What  will  become  of  me — as  death  I  cannot  flee, 

If  the  Saviour's  not  found  in  my  heart  ? 

3  'Tis  awful,  'tis  awful  to  relate,  &c. 

'Tis  awful  to  relate,  if  death  should  be  my  fate, 
And  the  Saviour's  not  found  in  my  heart. 

©! 


REVIVAL    HYMNS.  535 


4  But  welcome,  0  welcome  death  to  me !  &c. 
But  welcome  death  to  me,  if  Jesus  sets  me  free, 

And  the  Saviour  is  found  in  my  heart. 

5  Then  adieu,  friends,  adieu  to  you  all,  &c. 
Then  adieu  to  you  all,  my  Saviour  doth  me  call, 

And  lias  promis'd  to  dwell  in  my  heart. 

G  Adieu  to  all  affliction  and  pain,  &c. 
Adieu  to  all  pain — for  to  me  to  die  is  gain, 
If  the  Saviour  is  found  in  my  heart. 

7  How  cheering,  how  cheering  to  my  mind,  &c. 
How  cheering  to  my  mind,  and  all  I  leave  behind, 
If  the  Saviour  is  found  in  my  heart. 

|  8  But  we  hope,  0  we  hope  soon  to  meet,  &c. 
But  we  hope  soon  to  meet,  and  worship  at  his  feet, 
And  ne'er  more  from  the  Saviour  depart. 

ODD  Distinguishing   Grace.  L.  M, 

InEAR  a  voice  that  comes  from  far  : 
From  Calvary  it  sounds  abroad  : 
It  soothes  my  soul,  and  calms  my  fear, 
It  speaks  of  pardon  bought  with  blood. 

2  And  is  it  true,  that  many  fly 
The  sound  that  bids  my  soul  rejoice-  » 

And  rather  choose  in  sin  to  die, 
Than  turn  an  ear  to  mercy's  voice? 

3  Alas,  for  those! — the  day  is  near. 
When  mercy  will  be  heard  no  more; 

Then  will  they  ask  in  vain  to  hear 

The  voice,  they  would  not  hear  before. 

4  With  such,  I  own,  I  once  appear'd. 
But  now  I  know  how  <_rn'at  their  loss; 

For  sweeter  Bonndfl  were  never  heard 
Than  mercy  utters  from  the  cross. 

fa        .- pi 


536  REVIVAL   HYMNS. 

5  But  let  me  not  forget  to  own, 

That  if  I  differ  aught  from  those, 
'Tis  due  to  sovereign  grace  alone, 
That  oft  selects  its  proudest  foes. 


834 


T/ie  Soul  Given  up  to  Christ.       S.  M. 

And  can  I  yet  delay 
My  little  all  to  give- 
To  tear  my  soul  from  earth  away, 


835 


My  Jesus  to  receive? 

2  Nay,  but  I  yield— I  yield  ! 
I  can  hold  out  no  more : 

I  sink,  by  dying  love  compelled, 
And  own  thee  conqueror. 

3  Though  late,  I  all  forsake, 
My  friends,  my  all  resign ; 

Gracious  Redeemer,  take,  0  take 
And  seal  me  ever  thine. 

4  Come,  and  possess  me  whole, 
Nor  hence  again  remove  ; 

Settle  and  fix  my  wav'ring  soul 
With  all  thy  weight  of  love. 


Invitation.  L.  M. 

I  long  to  see  the  season  come, 
When  sinners  shall  come  flocking  home ; 
To  taste  the  riches  of  God's  love, 
And  seek  the  joys  that  are  above. 

2  Hark !  how  the  gospel  trumpets  sound, 
Inviting  sinners  all  around : 
Behold,  your  loving  Saviour  stands, 
And  spreads  for  you  his  bleeding  hands. 

3  A  few  days  more,  and  you  must  go 
To  realms  of  joy  or  endless  woe ; 

In  worlds  of  bliss,  with  Christ  to  dwell, 
Or  sink  beneath  his  frowns  to  hell. 


M 


REVIVAL    HYMNS.  537 

4  Come,  now,  poor  sinner,  counsel  take, 
And  all  your  sinful  wavs  forsake; 

This  world  give  o'er,  leave  friends  behind  ; 
In  Christ  redemption  you  shall  find. 

5  Take  your  companions  by  the  hand, 
And  your  connexion  in  a  band, 
And  give  them  up  at  Jesus'  call, 
For  he  can  bless  and  save  them  all. 


836 


The  Harvest  is  Past.      M.  12  &  8s. 

When  the  harvest  is  past,  and  the  summer  is  i 
gone, 
And  sermons  and  prayers  shall  be  o'er ; 
When  the  beams  cease  to  break  of  the  blest  sab- 1 
bath  morn, 
And  Jesus  invites  thee  no  more*; 
When  the  rich  gales  of  mercy  no  longer  shall  ; 
blow, 
The  gospel  no  message  declare, — 
Sinner,  how  canst  thou  bear  the  deep  wailings  ! 
of  woe, 
How  suffer  the  night  of  despair? 

2  Winn  the  holy  have  gone  to  the  regions  of  peace. 
To  dwell  in  the  mansion-*  above  : 
When  their  harmony  Avakes,  in  the  fulness  of  \ 
bliss, 
Their  song  to  the  Saviour  of  love, — 
Say,  0  sinner,  that  livest  at  rest  and  secure, 

Who  fearest  no  trouble  to  come 
Can  thy  spirit  the  swellings  of  Borrow  endure. 
Or  bear  the  unpenitent' s  doom? 


837 


The  Harvest  Ftot.  M.  IK 

Lo!  Jesos  tlif  Saviour,  in  mercy  draws  near, 
Salvation  he  brings  unto  all  who  believe  ; 
Yemonrners,  dismiss  all  your  doubting  and  fear  ; 
The  gracious  redemption  with  gladness  receive. 


J538  REVIVAL   HYMNS. 

2  The  day-star  of  promise  illumines  the  sky, 
And  souls  long  benighted  now  welcome  the  dawn; 
Improve  the  glad  season,  or  soon  you  may  cry — 
"  The  harvest  is  past,  and  the  summer  is  gone ! " 

3  The  Spirit  is  striving  with  sinners  to-day, 

He  graciously  knocks  at  the  door  of  your  heart,  \ 
He  comes  the  compassion  of  God  to  display, 
Your  sins  to  remove  and  his  love  to  impart.        I 

4  0,  welcome  the  Spirit  and  grieve  him  no  more  !  \ 
I  Nor  wait  till  his  offers  of  life  are  withdrawn,  i 
]  Lest  then  you  may  cry,  as  your  doom  you  deplore,  > 
\      "The  harvest  is  past,  and  the  summer  is  gone !  "  \ 

OOO  Invitation  Hymn.  P.  M.  12,8,5,8,8,0,4. 
\  A  come,  come  away,  from  sin,  that  dreadful 
j      V  monster ! 

Let  Christ  awhile  upon  you  smile, — 

t),  come,  come  away. 
0,  come  and  taste  redeeming  love, 
And  then  his  truth  and  friendship  prove, 
\         And  onward  sweetly  move, — 
j  0,  come,  come  away. 

2  From  death  and  the  curse,  in  which  you  now  are 
]  sinking, 

\         Kedeeming  love  will  you  remove, — 

0,  come,  come  away. 
I         0,  come  along  and  join  our  throng, 
\         And  with  us  sing  this  cheering  song, 
|         And  heav'n  shall  be  your  home, — 
|  0,  come,  come  away. 

3  While  watchmen  are  standing  on  the  walls  of 

Zion, 
Inviting  you  to  join  in  too, — 

0,  come,  come  away. 
i         0,  will  you  still  refuse  the  call, 
\         And  into  misery  blindly  fall. 
$  And  drink  that  burning  gall  ? — 

0,  come,  come  away. 

H 


REVIVAL    HYMNS.  539 

4  The  bright  morn  of  youth  will  soon  be  gone  for- 

ever ; 
Its  morning  light  may  set  in  night, — 

0,  come,  come  away. 
0.  come  while  youth  is  in  its  prime, 
And  seek  redeeming  love  divine, 
And  in  Christ's  army  shine, — 

0,  come,  come  away. 

5  When  free  from  this  world  of  sorrow  and  tempt-  < 

ation, 
We'll  sail  above  on  wings  of  love, — 

0,  come,  come  away. 
And  while  angelic  armies  sing, 
And  make  the  heavenly  arches  ring, 
We'll  praise  our  eternal  King, — 
0,  come,  come  away. 

OOO         The  Voice  of  Free  Grace.  M.  12s. 

The  voice  of  free  grace   cries,  Escape  to  the  i 
mountain ; 

For  all  that  believe,  Christ  has  opened  a  fountain ; 

in  and  uncleannessand  every  transgression, 

His  blood  flows  so  freely,  in  streams  of  salvation. 

llollelvjah  to  the  Lamb,  who  has  purchased  our 

don  I 
We'll  praise  him  again,  when  we  pass  over  Jordan.\ 

2  Ye  souls  that  are  wounded,  0  flee  to  the  Saviour ! 
He  calls  you  in  mercy — 'tis  infinite  favor ! 
Your  sins  are  increasing,  as  high  as  a  mountain  ; 
His  blood  can  remove  them,  which  flows  from  ; 

the  fountain. 

HaUdufah  In  the  Lamb,  d  c, 

3  I »  Jesus,  onr  Lord,  feign  triumphantly  glorious! 
O'er  Bin,  death  and  h«dl  thou  art  ever  victorious ! 
With  Bh  rati  we^ll  proclaim  it,  and  trust  in  thy  I 

—  ion. 

Who  Bavee  as  most  freely — 0  glorious  salvation  ! 

II  .  (i  <•. 


■  4  Our  Jesus  proclaims  his  name  all  victorious ; 
He  reigns  over  all,  and  his  kingdom  is  glorious ; 
To  Jesus  we'll  join,  with  the  great  congregation, 
And  triumph,  ascribing  to  him  our  salvation. 
Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb,  &c. 

I  5  With  joy  we  shall  stand,  when  life's  journey  is 
\  '     ended, 

5  With  harps  in  our  hands,  our  praises  be  blended ; 
s  We'll  range  the  sweet  plains  on  the  banks  of  the 
j  river, 

1     And  then  sing  salvation — for  ever  and  ever. 
Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb,  &c. 


PRAYER  FOR  A  REVIVAL. 


840 


Prayer  for  a  Revival.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Saviour,  visit  thy  plantation, 
Grant  us,  Lord,  a  gracious  rain  ; 
All  will  turn  to  desolation, 
Unless  thou  return  again ; 
Lord,  revive  us ! 
All  our  help  must  come  from  thee! 

2  Keep  no  longer  at  a  distance, 

Shine  upon  us  from  on  high, 
Lest,  for  want  of  thy  assistance, 

Every  plant  should  droop  and  die  ;  &c. 

3  Let  our  mutual  love  be  fervent ; 

Make  us  prevalent  in  pray'rs ; 
Let  each  one,  esteemed  thy  servant, 
Shun  the  world's  bewitching  snares;  &c. 

4  Break  the  tempter's  fatal  power, 

Turn  the  stony  heart  to  flesh ; 
And  begin  from  this  good  hour, 
To  revive  thy  work  afresh  ;  &c. 


PRAYER   FOR    A   REVIVAL.  541     J 


841 


0 


Prayer  for  a  Revival.  S.  M. 

Lord,  through  Christ,  come  down, 
As  in  the  ancient  day, 
Thine  own  Jerusalem  to  crown, 
Thy  glory  to  display  ! 

0,  wake  thy  chosen  few 
To  mightier  faith  and  pray'r  ; 
Their  sinking  courage  to  renew, 
And  for  the  foe  prepare. 

3  Help  us  to  pray  aright, 

To  bring  the  blessings  down — 
The  Saviour  in  his  glorious  might 
The  conquerors  to  crown. 

4  Give  us  the  heav'nly  feast, 
The  feast  of  fattest  things, 

So  ravishing  to  sight  and  taste, 
Served  by  the  King  of  kings. 

5  Then  may  the  song  arise, 
At  Pentecost  which  rose, 

That  Zion,  precious  in  thine  eyes, 
Has  triumphed  o'er  her  foes. 

04^  Prayer  for  Revival.  S.  M. 

for  the  happy  hour, 
When  God  will  hear  our  cry, 
And  send,  with  a  reviving  pow'r, 
His  Spirit  from  on  high. 
We  meet,  we  sing,  we  pray  ; 
We  teach  the  saving  word ; 
And  yet  we  see  no  cheering  ray ; 
No  anxious  voice  is  heard. 
Thou,  thou  alone,  canst  give- 
Thy  gospel  sure  success  ; 
Canst  bid  the  careless  sinner  live, 

Anew,  in  holiness.  [ 

IT 


0 


:0542        PRAYER   FOR   A   REVIVAL. 

Come,  then,  with  power  divine, 
Spirit  of  life  and  love ! 
Then  shall  our  neighbors  all  be  thine, 
Prepared  for  bliss  above. 


843 


844 


Wilt  Thou  not  Revive  us  Again?     S.  M. 

OLord  !  thy  work  revive 
In  Zion's  gloomy  hour  ; 
And  let  our  dying  graces  live 
By  thy  restoring  pow'r. 

0,  let  thy  chosen  few 
Awake  to  earnest  pray'r  ; 
Their  solemn  vows  again  renew 
And  walk  in  filial  fear  ! 

Thy  Spirit  then  will  speak 
Through  lips  of  humble  clay, 
Till  hearts  of  adamant  shall  break, 
Till  rebels  shall  obey. 

Now  lend  thy  gracious  ear, 
Now  listen  to  our  cry : 
0,  come  and  bring  salvation  near ! — 
Our  souls  on  thee  rely. 

Prayer  for  a  Revival.  S.  M. 

T)evive  thy  work,  0  Lord, 
XV  And  send  salvation  down ; 
Let  the  sharp  arrows  of  thy  word 
Transpierce  the  hearts  of  stone. 

2  Ride  in  thy  prosperous  car, 
Regain  thy  people  lost ; 

Let  thy  right  hand  conduct  the  war, 
Let  victory  crown  thy  host. 

3  Thy  fainting  saints  revive  ; 
Awaken  them  that  sleep  ; 

Make  the  dry  bones  arise  and  live, 
And  comfort  all  that  weep. 


845 


Come,  0  ye  winds  of  heav'u, 
Breathe  o'er  this  vale  of  death ; 
May  the  good  Spirit,  richly  giVn, 
Fill  all  with  praying  breath. 

Prayer  for  a  Revival.  C.  ML 


Arise,  0  King  of  grace,  arise, 
And  enter  to  thy  rest; 
Behold,  thy  church,  with  lunging  eyes, 
Waits  to  be  owned  and  blest. 

2  Enter  with  all  thy  glorious  train, 

Thy  Spirit  and  thy  word  ; 
All  that  the  ark  did  once  contain 
Could  no  such  grace  afford. 

3  Here,  mighty  God,  accept  our  vows  ; 

Here  let  thy  praise  be  spread  : 

Bless  the  provisions  of  thy  house, 

And  fill  thy  poor  with  bread. 

4  Here  let  the  Son  of  David  reign, 

Let  God's  Anointed  shine; 
Justice  and  truth  his  court  maintain, 
With  love  and  power  divine. 

5  Here  let  him  hold  a  lasting  throne  ; 

And,  as  his  kingdom  grows, 
Fresh  honors  shall  adorn  his  crown, 
And  shame  confound  his  foes. 


846 


Unconverted  Relatives,      M.  Be, 

Lord,  our  ransom'd  Bonis  adore  khee, 
Thou  our  joy  and  portion  art: 

Day  and  night  we  plead  before  knee — 
Answer,  Lord — thy  grace  impart  ; 
Send  thy  Spirit, — 
Pierce  the  stubborn  sinner*!  heart. 


PRAYER   FOR   A   REVIVAL. 


\        2  See,  dear  Lord,  our  near  connections, 
Dear  companions  all  around: 
Brothers,  sisters,  children,  parents, 
Down  to  desperation  bound. 
Jesus  save  them, — 
Let  the  lost  again  be  found. 

j        3  Death,  it  may  be,  now  is  near  them ; 
Soon  they'll  feel  his  cold  embrace ; 
Gracious  heaven  !  shall  we  hear  them 
Mourn  thy  long  rejected  grace? 
Lord  constrain  them, 
Now  to  seek  a  Saviour's  face. 

]        4  Lord,  display  thy  matchless  power  ; 

Pierce  their  stubborn  hearts  of  stone ; 
Make  them  dread  that  awful  hour — 
Bow  them  Lord,  before  thy  throne : 
Save  them  Jesus, — 
Save  them,  save  them  for  thine  own. 


847 


Prayer  for  a  Revival.  L.  M. 

Great  Lord  of  all  thy  churches,  hear 
Thy  minister's  and  people's  pray'r-; 
Perfum'd  by  thee,  0  may  it  rise, 
Like  fragrant  incense,  to  the  skies. 

2  Revive  thy  churches  with  thy  grace ; 
Forgive  our  sins,  and  grant  us  peace  ; 
Rouse  us  from  sloth,  our  hearts  inflame 
With  ardent  zeal  for  Jesus'  name. 

3  May  young  and  old  thy  word  receive, 
Dead  sinners  hear  thy  voice  and  live; 
The  wounded  conscience  healing  find, 
And  joy  refresh  each  drooping  mind. 

4  May  aged  saints,  matur'd  with  grace, 
Abound  in  fruits  of  holiness  ; 
And  when  translated  to  the  skies, 
May  younger  in  their  stead  arise. 


PRAYER    FOR    A    REVIVAL.  545 

5  Thus  we  our  suppliant  voices  raise, 
And,  weeping,  sow  the  seed  of  praise, 
In  humble  hope  that  thou  wilt  hear 
Thy  minister's  and  people's  prayer. 


848 


Revival  Prayed  For.  C.  M. 

Ketire,  vain  world,  awhile  retire, 
And  leave  us  with  the  Lord ; 
Thy  gifts  ne'er  fill  one  just  desire, 
Nor  lasting  bliss  afford. 

2  Blest  Jesus,  come  thou  gently  down, 

And  fill  this  hallowed  place ; 
0  make  thy  glorious  goings  known, 
Diffuse  around  thy  grace. 

3  Shine,  dearest  Lord,  from  realms  of  day, 

Disperse  the  gloom  of  night, 
Chase  all  our  clouds  and  doubts  away, 
And  turn  the  shades  to  light. 

4  Behold,  and  pity  from  above, 

Our  cold  and  languid  frame  ; 
0  shed  abroad  thy  quickening  love, 
And  we'll  adore  thy  name. 

5  Revive,  0  God,  desponding  saints, 

Who  languish,  droop  and  sigh; 
Refresh  the  soul  that  tires  and  faints, 
Fill  mourning  hearts  with  joy. 

04t/  The  Day  of  Pentecost.  M.  7s. 

Lo!  the  day  of  pentecost 
I>awns,  the  infant  church  to  cheer; 
Lo!  the  sacramental  host 
In  the  upper  room  appear. 

2  Mighty  faith  each  soul  inspir'd 
At  the  footstool  of  the  th: 

Each  the  Obmforter  dcsir'd, 
Agonised  for  this  alone. 
IT 


V 


546 


PRAYER   FOR    A   REVIVAL. 


~"~®| 


3  Hark !  a  mighty  rush  from  heav'n, 
As  if  tempests  struggled  there, 
Till  the  azure  vault  was  riv'n, 
And  its  fragments  filled  the  air. 

4  Cloven  tongues  of  fiery  hue 
Crowned  the  apostolic  band : — 
Holy  Ghost,  the  sign  renew  ; 
Spread  the  fire  through  all  the  land. 

5  Grant  a  pentecostal  show'r  ; 
Roll,  0  roll  the  mighty  flood ! 
Jesus,  by  thy  Spirit's  pow'r 
Bring  poor  sinners  back  to  God. 

6  Let  thy  Spirit  now  inspire, 
While  the  people  flock  to  thee ; 
Shout,  ye  angels — strike  the  lyre; 
Wake  the  general  jubilee. 


850 


A  Revival  Hymn. 


CM. 


Spirit  of  God,  thine  infiVnce  shed 
On  us,  and  all  around ; 
Hallow  this  place,  and  bless  thy  word ; 
Make  every  heart  to  bound. 

2  A  solemn  and  a  feeling  time 

May  this  occasion  be, 
That  old  and  young — that  rich  and  poor 
Thy  pow'r  displayed  may  see. 

3  Come  now,  bless'd  Spirit  from  above  ; 

Come  now,  just  now  descend; 

Convince  the  unconvinced  of  sin, 

And  then  their  troubles  end. 

4  The  joy  of  canceled  sin  bestow — 

The  bliss  of  paradise; — 
0  let  us  have  a  pentecost! 
A  falling — and  a  rise. 


\%L~ 


PRAYER    FOR    A    REVIVAL.         547  ° 


OOL  Praying  for  Sinners.  C.  M. 

Jesus,  Redeemer  of  mankind, 
Thy  saving  pow'r  display  ; 
Thy  mercy  now  may  sinners  find, 
And  know  their  gracious  day. 

2  0  give  them,  Lord,  a  longer  space, 

Xor  suddenly  consume ; 
Help  them  to  take  the  proffer'd  grace, 
And  flee  the  wrath  to  come. 

3  Open  their  eyes  thy  cross  to  see, 

Their  ears  to  hear  thy  cries ; — 
Sinner,  thy  Saviour  weeps  for  thee, 
For  thee  he  weeps  and  dies. 

4  All  the  day  long  he  meekly  stands, 

His  rebels  to  receive, 
And  shows  his  wounds  and  spreads  his  hands, 
And  bids  you  turn  and  live. 

5  Turn,  and  your  sins  of  deepest  dye 

He  will  with  blood  efface : 
E'en  now  he  waits  the  blood  t'  apply  ; 
Be  sav'd — be  sav'd  by  grace  ! 


852  n 


sion  of  the  Dry  Bones. — Ez.  37 :  3.  L.  M. 

Look  down,  0  Lord,  with  pitying  eye  ; 
See  Adam's  race  in  ruin  lie : 
Sin  spreads  its  trophies  o'er  the  ground, 
And  scatters  slaughter^  heaps  around. 
And  can  these  mouldering  corpses  live  ? 
And  can  these  dead,  dry  bones  revive? 
That,  mighty  God,  to  thee  is  known  ; 
That  wondrous  work  is  all  thine  own. 
Thy  ministers  are  sent  in  vain 
To  prophesy  upon  the  slain  ; 
In  vain  they  call,  in  vain  thoy  cry, 
Till  thine  almighty  aid  is  nigh, 


REVIVAL. 


4  0  let  thy  Spirit  come  and  breathe 
New  life  thro'  all  the  realms  of  death  ! 
Dry  bones  shall  then  obey  thy  voice, — 
Shall  move,  shall  waken,  and  rejoice. 


REJOICING  IN  A  REVIVAL. 

QUO    Great  Joy  in  that  City.— Acts  8 : 8.  C.  M. 

How  much  the  hearts  of  those  revive, 
Who  love  and  serve  the  Lord, 
When  sinners  dead  are  made  alive, 
By  his  all-quickening  word. 

2  The  parent  views,  with  joyful  eyes, 

His  now  returning  son  ; 
And  in  extatic  joy  he  cries, 

"  What  hath  the  Saviour  done! " 

3  The  ministers  of  Christ  rejoice 

When  souls  the  word  receive  ; 
When  sinners  hear  the  Saviour's  voice, 
And  in  the  Lord  believe. 

4  The  Church  of  God  their  praises  join, 

And  of  salvation  sing  ; 
They  glorify  the  grace  divine 
Of  their  victorious  King. 

5  In  heaven  above  there's  joy  and  praise 

Before  the  Lord  most  high  ; 
Th'  angelic  choirs  their  voices  raise, 
And  with  each  other  vie. 

6  But  greater  joy  must  they  possess 

Who  feel  the  glorious  change: 
Their  laboring  tongues  can  but  express 
How  true,  but  yet  how  strange ! 


rejoici.m;  in  a  revival. 


549 


854 


Joy  over  One  Sinner  ihat  Rcpcnteth.    C.  M. 

Ohow  divine*  how  sweet  the  joy. 
When  but  one  sinner  turns. 
And  with  an  humble,  broken  heart 
I  Lis  sins  and  errors  mourns! 

2  Pleaded  with  the  news,  the  saints  below 

In  songs  their  tongues  employ: 
Beyond  the  skies  the  tidings  go, 
And  heaven  is  filled  with  joy. 

3  Well  pleased,  the  Father  sees  and  hears 

The  conscious  sinner's  moan : 

Jesus  receives  him  in  his  arms, 

And  claims  him  for  his  own. 

4  Xor  angels  can  their  joys  contain, 

But  kindle  with  new  fire : 
"  The  sinner  lost  is  found/7  they  sing, 
And  strike  the  sounding  lyre. 

Odd    Jailor's  Conversion.— Acts  16:  30.    CM. 

Lord,  we  adore  thy  matchless  ways 
In  bringing  souls  to  thee  ; 
We  sing  and  shout  eternal  praise 
For  grace  so  full  and  free. 

2  "What  must  I  do,"  the  jailor  cries, 

"  To  save  my  sinking  soul?  " 
"Believe  in  Christ,"  the  word  replies — 
Thy  faith  shall  make  thee  whole. 

3  "  Believe,  believe,"  the  gospel  cries, 

"  This  is  the  living  way  ;" 
From  faith  in  Christ  our  hopes  arise, 
And  shine  to  perfect  day. 

4  Come)  sinners,  then,  the  Saviour  trust, 

To  wash  you  in  his  blood; 
To  change  your  hearts,  subdue  your  lust, 
And  bring  you  home  to  QoxL 

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C.  M. 


Conversion  affords  Joy. 
hene'er  a  sinner  turns  to  God, 
With  contrite  heart  and  flowing  eyes, 
The  happy  news  makes  angels  smile, 
And  tell  their  joys  above  the  skies. 
Well  may  the  church  below  rejoice, 
And  echo  back  the  heav'nly  sound: 
This  soul  was  dead,  but  now's  alive : 
This  sheep  was  lost,  but  now  is  found. 
3  Glory  to  God  on  high  be  giv'n, 
For  this  unbounded  love  to  men ; 
Let  saints  below  and  saints  above 
In  concert  shout  the  loud  Amen ! 

00  I  TJie  Work  Progressing. 

Convinc'd  of  sin,  men  now  begin 
To  call  upon  the  Lord ; 
Trembling  they  pray,  and  mourn  the  day, 
In  which  they  scorn'd  his  word. 

2  Young  converts  sing,  and  praise  their  King, 

And  bless  God's  holy  name ; 
While  older  saints  leave  their  complaints, 
And  joy  to  join  the  theme. 

3  God's  chariot  rolls,  and  frights  the  souls 

Of  those  who  hate  the  truth  ; 
And  saints  in  pray'r  cry,  "Lord  draw  near, 
Have  mercy  on  the  youth — 

4  Pour  down  a  show'r  of  thy  great  pow'r, 

On  every  aching  heart ; 
On  all  who  try,  and  humble  cry, 
That  they  may  have  a  part." 

5  Come,  sinners,  all,  hear  now  God's  call, 
And  pray  with  one  accord ; 
Saints,  raise  your  songs,  with  joyful  tongues, 
To  hail  th'  approaching  Lord. 


REJOICIXU    IX    A    REVIVAL 


VUO  The  Prodigal's  Bel  urn.  C.  M. 

There's  joy  in  ln»av'n,  and  joy  on  earth, 
When  prodigals  return, — 
To  Bee  deepondinf  souls  rejoice, 
And  haughty  sinners  mourn. 

2  "Come,  saint-,  and  hear  what  God  hath  done/1 

1-  a  reriying  sound ; 

0  may  it  spread  from  sea  to  sea, 
E'en  all  the  globe  around! 

3  Often,  0,  sov'reign  Lord,  renew 

The  wonders  of  this  day! 
That  Jesus  here  may  triumphs  view, 
And  Satan  lose  his  prey. 

4  Great  God,  the  work  is  all  thine  own : 

Thine  be  the  praises  too ; 
Let  every  heart  and  every  tongue 
Give  thee  the  glory  due. 

The  Jubilee.  C.  M. 

riiAT  heavenly  music  do  I  hear? 
Salvation  sounding  free! 
Ye  -  >ula  in  bondage,  lend  an  ear  ; 
This  is  the  jubilee. 

2  How  sweetly  do  tin*  tidings  roll, 
All  'round  from  sea  to  sea, 

From  land  to  land,  from  pole  to  pole  ! 
This  is  the  jubilee. 

3  Good  new-.  good  news,  to  Adam's  race! 
Lei  christians  all  agree 

ing  redeeming  lore  and  gi 
This  is  the  jubilee. 


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4  The  gospel  sounds  a  sweei  release 
To  all  in  misery. 
And  bids  them  welcome  home  to  p 
This  is  the  jubilee. 


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552         REJOICING    IN    A    REVIVAL. 

5  Jesus  is  on  his  mercy  seat ; 

Before  him  bend  the  knee ; 
Let  heaven  and  earth  his  praise  repeat, 
This  is  the  jubilee. 

6  Sinners,  be  wise,  return  and  come, 

Unto  the  Saviour  flee  ; 
The  Spirit  bids  you  welcome  home ; 
This  is  the  jubilee. 

7  Come,  ye  redeemed,  your  tribute  bring, 

With  songs  of  harmony  ; 
While  on  the  road  to  Canaan,  sing, 
This  is  the  jubilee. 

0\)\J  Joy  over  the  Convert.  L.  M. 

rno  can  describe  the  joys  that  rise 
Through  all  the  courts  of  Paradise, 
To  see  a  prodigal  return, 
To  see  an  heir  of  glory  born  ? 

2  With  joy  the  Father  doth  approve 
The  fruit  of  his  eternal  love ; 

The  Son  with  joy  looks  down  and  sees 
The  purchase  of  his  agonies ; 

3  The  Spirit  takes  delight  to  view 
The  holy  soul  he  formed  anew; 
And  saints  and  angels  join  to  sing 
The  growing  empire  of  their  King. 

ODl  Sinners  Coming  Home.  C.  P.  M.  8,6,8,6,8,6. 

The  day  has  come,  the  joyful  day — 
At  last  the  day  has  come, 
That  saints  and  angels  joy  display 

O'er  sinners  coming  home, 
They're  coming  home,  they're  coming  home  ; 
Behold  them  coming  home. 


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2  The  saints  of  God  fresh  courage  take — 

Each  one  in  faith  now  prays  : 
The  hosts  of  hell  with  terror  shake, 

While  God  his  power  displays. 
They're  coming  home,  they're  coming  home  ; 
Rejoice  !  they're  coming  home. 

3  Backsliders  too,  begin  to  view 

What  traitors  they  have  been, 
Confessing,  ask,  "What  shall  I  do  ? 

A  hell  I  feel  within  {" 
They're  coming  home,  they're  coming  home  ; 
Praise  God,  they're  coming  home. 

4  Encompass'd  now  our  altars  are 

By  those  of  burden'd  soul; 
They  rush  with  eagerness,  to  share 

The  balm  that  makes  them  whole. 
They're  coming  home,  they're  coming  home ; 
Still  more  are  coming  home. 

5  New  trophies  greet  us  every  day, 

Who  spread  the  flame  around, 
While  parents  to  each  other  say, 

"Though  lost,  my  child  is  found," 
They're  coming  home,  they're  coming  home; 
Bless  God !  they're  coming  home. 


862 


3 


Day  of  Good  Tidings.  P.M.  8,0,8,6,8,8,8,6. 

Where'er  we  meet,  you  always  say, 
What's  the  news? — what's  the  news? 
Pray,  what's  the  order  of  the  day? 

What's  the  news? — what's  the  new 
0,  I  have  got  good  news  to  tell ! 
My  Saviour  hath  done  all  things  well, 
And  triumphed  over  death  and  hell  ; 
That's  the  news  ! — that's  the  news  ! 
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554  ANXIOUS   MEETING. 

2  His  work's  reviving  all  around  ;  That's,  &c. 
And  many  have  redemption  found, — &c. 
And  since  their  souls  have  caught  the  flame, 
They  shout  hosanna  to  his  name ; 

And  all  around  they  spread  his  fame, — &c. 

3  The  Lord  has  pardoned  all  my  sin  ; — &c. 
I  feel  the  witness  now  within  ; — &c. 
And  since  he  took  my  sins  away,     . 
And  taught  me  how  to  watch  and  pray, 
I'm  happy  now  from  day  to  day ; — &c. 

4  And  Christ  the  Lord,  can  now  save  you  ;  &c. 
Your  sinful  heart  he  can  renew ; — &c. 
This  moment,  if  for  sins  you  grieve, 

This  moment,  if  you  do  believe, 
A  full  acquittal  you'll  receive, — &c. 

5  And  now,  if  any  one  should  say,  What's,  &c. 
0  tell  them  you've  begun  to  pray ! — That's,  &c. 
That  you  have  joined  the  conquering  band, 
And  now  with  joy,  at  God's  command, 
You're  marching  to  the  better  land ; — &c. 


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ANXIOUS  MEETING. 


Flee  for  Refuge  !     M.6,6,6,3,6,6,6,6,6,3. 

Sinner,  your  danger  view, 
Stop  and  think,  stop  and  think  ! 
Sinner,  your  danger  view, 

Stop  and  think ! 
Sinner,  your  danger  view, 
Nor  carnal  mirth  pursue, 
Lest  you  your  souls  undo  ; 

Stop  and  think,  stop  and  think  ! 
Lest  you  your  souls  undo ; 

Stop  and  think  ! 


ANXIOUS    MEETING.  555 

Flee  to  the  sinner's  Friend; 

Don't  delay,  &c. 
Flee  to  the  sinner's  Friend, 
And  at  his  footstool  bend, 
Ere  death  your  summons  send ; 

Don't  delay,  &c. 

Lo  !  mercy  now  is  free ; 
Come  just  now,  &c. 
Lo!  mercy  now  is  free; 
0,  then,  for  refuge  flee 
To  him  who  died  for  thee ; 
Come  just  now,  &c. 


864 


Self-Dedication.  C.  M. 

Welcome,  0  Saviour,  to  my  heart ; 
Possess  thy  humble  throne  ; 
Bid  every  rival  hence  depart, 
And  claim  me  for  thine  own. 

2  The  world  and  Satan  I  forsake, — 

To  thee  I  all  resign ; 
My  longing  heart,  0  Jesus,  take, 
And  fill  with  love  divine. 

3  0,  may  I  never  turn  aside, 

Nor  from  thy  bosom  flee  ; 
Let  nothing  here  my  heart  divide, — 
I  give  it  all  to  thee. 

865       „«  ,„<„„,„,«.       L.„ 

rELCOME,  ye  anxious,  to  this  place  ; 
Be  banish'd  every  slavish  fear ; 
Ye  come  to  seek  Immanuel's  face, 
And  he  has  promised  to  be  here. 

2  Seek  him  in  prayer — he'll  surely  come 
To  do  us  good  before  we  part : 
Each  humble  breast  h<v'll  make  his  home, 
And  dwell  in  every  waiting  heart. 


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3  He'll  come  with  all  his  gracious  train 
Of  lively  graces  bright  and  strong ; 
Then  shall  the  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Sound  loud  and  sweet  from  every  tongue 

4  0  then  be  earnest,  trust  and  pray ; 
He'Jl  answer  every  good  desire; 

Give  him  your  hearts — tho'  cold  as  clay, 
They'll  melt  like  wax  before  the  fire. 

866 


Burdened  Sinners  Invited. 


M.  7s. 


Come,  ye  weary  souls  opprest; 
Find  in  Christ  the  promised  rest ; 
On  him  all  your  burdens  roll, — 
He  can  wound,  and  he  make  whole. 

2  Ye  who  dread  the  wrath  of  God, 
Come,  and  wash  in  Jesus'  blood ; 
To  the  Son  of  David  cry : — 

In  his  word  he's  passing  by. 

3  Naked,  guilty,  poor  and  blind, 
All  your  wants  in  Jesus  find ; 
This  the  day  of  mercy  is: 
Now  accept  the  proffer'd  bliss. 


867 


Devout  Petitions. 


CM. 


Here,  in  the  presence  of  our  God, 
We've  met  to  seek  his  face ; 
0  let  us  feel  th'  eternal  word, 
And  feast  upon  thy  grace. 

2  0  may  this  be  a  happy  hour 

To  every  waiting  soul ! 
Display  thy  love,  make  known  thy  pow'r, 
And  make  the  wounded  whole. 

3  0  may  a  spark  of  heavenly  fire 

Each  stupid  soul  inflame ; 
And  sacred  love  our  hearts  inspire 
To  praise  thy  worthy  name. 


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4  Let  every  soul  the  Saviour  see, 
And  taste  his  heavenly  love; 

And  every  heart  forever  be 
In  praise  to  thee  above. 

5  And  when  our  mortal  days  are  o'er, 
And  we  shall  hence  remove, 

Help  us  to  thy  right  hand  to  soar, 
Thine  endless  love  to  prove. 


868 


Burdened  Souls  Invited.  C.  M. 

Ye  burdened  souls,  to  Jesus  come ; 
You  need  not  be  afraid ; 
lie  loves  to  hear  poor  sinners  cry — 
He  loves  to  hear  them  plead. 

Ye  humble  souls,  to  Jesus  come ; 

'Tis  he  who  made  you  see 
Your  wretched,  ruin'd,  helpless  state, 

Your  guilt  and  misery. 

Christ  is  a  friend  to  mourning  souls — 
Then  why  should  you  despair, 

Since  Saul  and  Mary  Magdalene 
Found  grace  and  mercy  there  ? 


869 


L.  M. 


The  Contest  Surrendered 

Weary  of  struggling  with  my  pain, 
Hopeless  to  burst  this  sinful  chain, 
At  length  I  give  the  contest  o'er, 
And  seek  to  free  myself  no  more. 

From  my  own  works  at  last  I  cease — 
God,  who  creates,  nuw  Beal  my  peace; 
Fruitless  my  toil,  and  vain  my  rare, 
Unless  thy  sovereign  grace  I  share. 

'Till  thino.  a  h<>;ir:  offlesh  to  ;/ive — 
Thy  gilts  I  only  cm  recer 
Here,  then,  to  thee  I  all  resign: 
To  draw,  redeem,  and  seal,  is  thine. 
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DOUBTING. 


870 


DOUBTING. 

Perplexity  and  Doubts  Relieved.     C.  M. 

Uncertain  how  the  way  to  find, 
Which  to  salvation  led, 
I  listened  long  with  anxious  mind, 
To  hear  what  others  said. 

2  When  some  of  joys  and  comforts  told, 

I  feared  that  I  was  wrong ; 

For  I  was  stupid,  dead  and  cold, 

Had  neither  joy  nor  song. 

3  The  Lord  my  laboring  heart  relieved, 

And  made  my  burden  light; 
Then  for  a  moment  I  believed, 
Supposing  all  was  right. 

4  Of  fierce  temptations  others  talked, 

Of  anguish  and  dismay — 
Thro'  what  distresses  they  had  walked, 
Before  they  found  the  way. 

5  Ah,  then  I  thought  my  hopes  were  vain, 

For  I  had  lived  at  ease ; 
I  wished  for  all  my  fears  again, 
To  make  me  more  like  these. 

6  Again  my  Saviour  brought  me  aid ; 

And  when  he  set  me  free, 
"  Trust  simply  on  my  word/'  he  said, 
"  And  leave  the  rest  to  me." 


871 


Lovest  thou  Me .?— John  21 :  15.     M.  7s. 
TTlis  a  point  I  long  to  know; 

1    Oft  it  causes  anxious  thought: 
Do  I  love  the  Lord,or  no? 
Am  I  his,  or  am  I  not? 


2  If  I  love,  why  am  I  thus — 
Why  this  dull  and  lifeless  frame? 
Hardly,  sure,  can  they  be  worse, 
Who  have  never  heard  his  name. 

3  Could  my  heart  so  hard  remain, 
Prayer  a  task  and  burden  prove, 
Every  trifle  give  me  pain, 

If  I  knew  a  Saviour's  love? 

4  Lord,  I  mourn  my  stubborn  will, 
Find  my  sin  a  grief  and  thrall ; 
Should  I  grieve  for  what  I  feel, 
If  I  did  not  love  at  all  ? 

5  Could  I  joy  the  saints  to  meet, 
Choose  the  way  I  once  abhorr'd, 
Find  at  times  the  promise  sweet, 
If  I  did  not  love  the  Lord  ? 

6  Lord,  decide  the  doubtful  case, 
Thou,  who  art  thy  people's  sun  ; 
Shine  upon  thy  work  of  grace, 
If  it  be  indeed  begun. 

7  Let  me  love  thee  more  and  more, 
If  I  love  at  all,  I  pray ; 

If  I  have  not  loved  before, 
Help  me  to  begin  to-day. 


872 


The  Doubting  Christian.       M.  7s  &  Gs. 

Come,  my  friend,  and  let  us  try, 
For  a  little  season, 
Every  burden  to  lay  by ; 
Come,  and  let  us  reason. 

2  What  is  this  that  casts  you  down  ? 
0,  what  can  thus  grieve  you? 
Speak,  and  let  the  worst  be  known  : 
Speaking  may  relieve  you. 


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*0  560  DOUBTING. 


3  Christ,  at  times,  by  faith  I  view, 

And  it  doth  relieve  me ; 
But  my  doubts  return  anew: 
They  are  those  that  grieve  me. 

4  Troubled  like  the  restless  seas, 

Feeble,  faint  and  fearful ; 
Plagued  with  every  sore  disease, 
How  can  I  be  cheerful? 

5  Think  on  what  your  Saviour  bore 

In  the  gloomy  garden  ; 
Sweating  blood  at  every  pore, 
To  procure  thy  pardon. 

6  View  him  nail'd  upon  the  tree, 

Bleeding,  groaning,  dying; 
0  that  thou  couldst  to  him  flee, 
On  his  grace  relying! 


873 


Prayer  in  Perplexity,  C.  M. 

Thou  great  First  Cause !  least  understood, 
In  every  clime  adored  ; 
We  all  know  this, — that  thou  art  good, 
The  universal  Lord ! 

2  If  I  am  right,  thy  grace  impart, 

Still  in  the  right  to  stay ; 
If  I  am  wrong,  0  teach  my  heart 
To  find  that  better  way. 

3  Save  me  alike  from  foolish  pride 

Or  impious  discontent, 
At  aught  thy  wisdom  has  denied, 
Or  aught  thy  goodness  lent. 

4  Teach  me  to  feel  another's  woe, 

To  hide  the  fault  I  see ; 

That  mercy  I  to  others  show, 

That  mercy  show  to  me. 


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DOUBTING.  561     » 


874 


875 


Self -Examination.  L.  M. 

What  strange  perplexities  arise, 
What  anxious  fears  and  jealousies, 
What  crowds  in  doubtful  light  appear, 
How  few,  alas,  approved  and  clear ! 

2  And  what  am  I  ? — My  soul,  awake, 
And  an  impartial  survey  take; 

Does  no  dark  sign,  no  ground  of  fear, 
In  practice  or  in  heart  appear? 

3  What  image  does  my  spirit  bear? 
Is  Jesus  formed,  and  living  there  ? 
Say,  do  his  lineaments  divine 

In  thought,  and  word,  and  action  shine? 

4  Searcher  of  hearts,  0  search  me  still ; 
The  secrets  of  my  soul  reveal ; 

My  fears  remove ;  let  me  appear 

To  God,  and  my  own  conscience  clear. 


The  Contrite  Heart.  C.  M. 

Tiie  Lord  will  happiness  divine 
On  contrite  hearts  bestow; 
Then  tell  me,  gracious  God,  is  mine 
A  contrite  heart,  or  no? 

2  I  hear,  but  seem  to  hear  in  vain, 
Insensible  as  steel ; 

If  aught  is  felt,  'tis  only  pain 
To  find  I  cannot  feel. 

3  I  sometimes  think  myself  inclined 
To  love  thee,  if  I  could; 

♦  But  often  feel  another  mind, 
Slow  to  delight  in  good. 

4  My  best  desires  are  faint  and  fewj 

I  fain  would  strive  for  more  : 
But  when  I  cry,  "  My  strength  renew," 
Seem  weaker  than  b< 

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562  BACKSLIDING. 


5  Thy  saints  are  comforted,  I  know, 

And  love  thy  house  of  pray'r ; 
I  sometimes  go  where  others  go, 
But  find  no  comfort  there. 

6  0  make  this  heart  rejoice  or  ache,- 

Decide  this  doubt  for  me ; 
And,  if  it  be  not  broken,  break; 
And  heal  it,  if  it  be. 


876 


BACKSLIDING. 


Lament  of  the  Backslider.  S.  M. 

How  can  I  vent  my  grief? 
My  Comforter  is  fled ; 
By  day  I  sigh  without  relief, 
And  groan  upon  my  bed. 

I  once  enjoy'd  my  Lord ; 
Liv'd  happy  in  his  love, 
Delighted  in  his  holy  word, 
And  sought  my  rest  above. 

But,  0 !  alas,  my  soul, 
Where  is  thy  comfort  now  ? 
Why  did  I  let  my  love  grow  cold? 
Ah !  why  to  idols  bow  ? 

How  little  did  I  think, 
When  first  I  did  begin, 
To  join  a  little  with  the  world, 
It  was  so  great  a  sin. 

I  thought  I  might  conform, 
Nor  singular  appear, 
Converse  and  dress  as  others  did, — 
But  now  I  feel  the  snare. 


BACKSLIDING.  563 


My  confidence  is  gone ; 
I  find  no  words  to  say ; 
Barren  and  lifeless  is  my  soul, 
When  I  attempt  to  pray. 

I  feel  ashamed  to  bow, 
When  with  the  saints  I  meet: 
While  on  their  knees  my  brethren  cry, 
I  stand,  or  keep  my  seat. 

0  Saviour,  by  thy  word, 
Now  turn  my  night  to  day  ; 
And  all  those  heavenly  joys  restore, 
Which  I  have  sinn'd  away. 


877 


Prayer  for  Restoring  Peace.       S.  M. 

0  Jesus  !  full  of  grace, 
To  thee  I  make  my  moan  : 
Let  me  again  behold  thy  face ; 
Call  home  thy  banish' d  one. 

Again  my  pardon  seal, 
Again  my  soul  restore, 
And  freely  my  backslidings  heal, 
And  bid  me  sin  no  more. 

Wilt  thou  not  bid  me  rise  ? 
Speak,  and  my  soul  shall  live  ; 
Forgive,  my  gasping  spirit  cries, 
Abundantly  forgive ! 


878 


Loss  of  First  Love.  CM. 

Otitat  I  were  as  heretofore, 
When  warm  in  my  first  love  ; 
I  only  lived  my  God  t}  adore, 

And  seek  the  things  above. 

2  Upon  my  bond  h\<  candle  shone, 
And.  lavish  <>t'  his  grace, 
With  cords  of  love  If  drew  me  on, 
And  half  unvcil'd  his  face. 


!564 


BACKSLIDING. 


3  Far,  far  above  all  earthly  things, 

Triumphantly  I  rode ; 
I  soared  to  heaven  on  eagles'  wings, 
And  found,  and  talk'd  with  God. 

4  Where  am  I  now  ?  from  what  a  height 

Of  happiness  cast  down  ! 
The  glory's  swallow' d  up  in  night, 
And  faded  is  the  crown. 

5  0  God,  thou  art  my  home,  my  rest, 

For  which  I  sigh  in  pain  ; 
How  shall  I  'scape  into  thy  breast? 
Mv  Eden  how  regain  ? 


i 


879 


Deceitfulnessof  Sin.  P.  M.  7,6,7,6,7,8,7,6. 

Jesus,  friend  of  sinners,  hear 
Yet  once  again,  I  pray ; 
From  my  debt  of  sin  set  clear, 

For  I  have  naught  to  pay; 
Speak,  0  speak  the  kind  release; 

A  poor  backsliding  soul  restore  ; 
Love  me  freely,  seal  my  peace, 
And  bid  me  sin  no  more. 

2  For  my  selfishness  and  pride 

Thou  hast  withdrawn  thy  grace ; 
Left  me  long  to  wander  wide, 

An  outcast  from  thy  face ; 
But  I  now  my  sins  confess, 

And  mercy — mercy  I  implore : 
Love  me  freely,  seal  my  peace, 

And  bid  me  sin  no  more. 

3  Sin's  deceitfulness  hath  spread 

A  hardness  o'er  my  heart; 
But  if  thou  thy  Spirit  shed, 

My  hardness  shall  depart: 
Shed  thy  love,  thy  tenderness, 

And  let  me  feel  thy  soft'ning  pow'r ; 
Love  me  freely,  seal  my  peace, 

And  bid  me  sin  no  more. 


Q< 


BACKSLIDING. 


565 


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0! 


OOU  Prayer  in  Darkness.  M.  7s. 

jnce  I  thought  my  mountain  strong, 
Firmly  fixed,  no  more  to  move ; 
Then  m}'  Saviour  was  my  song, 
Then  my  soul  was  filFd  with  love ; 
Those  were  happy,  golden  days, 
Sweetly  spent  in  prayer  and  praise. 

2  Little  then  myself  I  knew, 
Little  thought  of  Satan's  pow'r ; 
Now  I  feel  my  sins  anew, 
Xow  I  feel  the  stormy  hour  ; 
Sin  has  put  my  joys  to  flight; 
Sin  has  turned  my  days  to  night. 

3  Saviour,  shine  and  cheer  my  soul, 
Bid  my  dying  hopes  revive; 
Make  my  wounded  spirit  whole^ 
Far  away  the  tempter  drive  ; 
Speak  the  word  and  set  me  free, 
Let  me  live  alone  to  thee. 


881 


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Backsliders  Exhorted.  C.  M. 

Backsliders,  who  your  misery  feel, 
Attend  your  Saviour's  call ; 
Return,  he'll  your  backslidings  heal ; 
0  crown  him  Lord  of  all. 

2  Though  crimson  sin  increase  your  guilt, 

And  painful  is  your  thrall, 
For  broken  hearts  his  blood  was  spilt; 
0  crown  him  Lord  of  all. 

3  Take  with  you  words,  approach  his  throne, 

And  low  before  him  fall: 
Hem  Lb  the  Spirit'-  groan  ; 

0  crown  him  Lord  of  all. 

4  Wl  out, 

Although  your  faith  be  small: 
Hifi  faithfulness  you  <-;mnot  doubt; 

0  crown  him  Lord  of  him. 
IV 


566  BACKSLIDING. 

OOZ     Returning  to  GM.— Mai.  3:7.      C.  M. 

How  oft,  alas !  this  wretched  heart 
Has  wandered  from  the  Lord  ! 
How  oft  my  roving  thoughts  depart, 
Forgetful  of  his  word ! 

2  Yet  sovereign  mercy  calls,  "Return!" 

Dear  Lord,  and  may  I  come? 
My  vile  ingratitude  I  mourn ; 
"0  take  the  wanderer  home ! 

3  And  canst  thou,  wilt  thou  yet  forgive, 

And  bid  my  crimes  remove? 

And  shall  a  pardoned  rebel  live, 

To  speak  thy  wondrous  love  ? 

4  Almighty  grace !  thy  healing  pow'r, 

How  glorious — how  divine  ! 
That  can  to  life  and  bliss  restore 
A  heart  so  vile  as  mine. 

5  Thy  pardoning  love — so  free,  so  sweet, 

Dear  Saviour,  I  adore  ; 
0  keep  me  at  thy  sacred  feet, 
And  let  me  rove  no  more. 


883 


Returning  to  God's  People.         M.  7s. 

People  of  the  living  God, 
I  have  sought  the  world  around, 
Paths  of  sin  and  sorrow  trod, 
Peace  and  comfort  nowhere  found. 

2  Now  to  you  my  spirit  turns, 
Turns — a  fugitive  unblest ; 
Brethren,  where  your  altar  burns, 
0  receive  me  into  rest ! 

3  Lonely  I  no  longer  roam, 

Like  the  cloud,  the  wind,  the  wave ; 
Where  you  dwell  shall  be  my  home, 
Where  you  die  shall  be  my  grave ; 


jar 


FAST-DAY.  S6T 


4  Mine  the  God  whom  you  adore — 
Your  Redeemer  shall  be  mine: 
Earth  can  fill  my  soul  no  more — 
Every  idol  I  resign. 


FAST-DAY. 


884 


Hymn  for  a  Fast  Day.  S.M. : 

UTs  this  a  fast  for  me?"— 
1  Thus  saith  the  Lord  our  God, — 
"  A  day  for  man  to  vex  his  soul, 
And  feel  affliction's  rod  ? 

2  Like  bulrush,  low  to  bow 
His  sorrow-stricken  head, 

"With  sackcloth  for  his  inner  vest, 
And  ashes  'round  him  spread  ? 

3  Shall  days  like  this  have  pow'r 
To  stay  th'  avenging  hand, 

Efface  transgression,  or  avert 
My  judgments  from  the  land? 

4  No  ;  is  not  this  alone 
The  sacred  fast  I  choose, — 

Oppression's  yoke  to  burst  in  twain, 
The  bands  of  guilt  unloose  ? — 

5  To  nakedness  and  want. 
Your  food  and  raiment  deal, 

To  dwell  your  kindred  race  among, 
And  all  their  sufferings  heal  ? 

G  Then  like  the  morning  ray, 

Shall  spring  your  health  and  light: 

Before  you.  righteousness  shall  shine, 
Behind,  my  glory  bright!" 

i3 , _oi 


'P  568 


FAST-DAY. 


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Oe 

0 


)O0     Humiliation  j or  National  Sins.      C.  M. 
ee,  gracious  God,  before  thy  throne, 
Thy  mourning  people  bend; 
'Tie  on  thy  sovereign  grace  alone 
Our  humble  hopes  depend. 

2  Tremendous  judgments  from  thy  hand 
Thy  dreadful  power  display  ; 

Yet  mercy  spares  this  guilty  land, 
And  still  we  live  to  pray. 

3  What  numerous  crimes  increasing  rise, 
Through  this  apostate  land! 

What  land  so  favored  of  the  skies, 

Yet  thoughtless  of  thy  hand  ! 
How  changed,  alas  !  are  truths  divine, 

For  error,  guilt,  and  shame ! 
What  impious  numbers,  bold  in  sin, 

Disgrace  the  christian's  name! 
0,  turn  us,  turn  us,  mighty  Lord, 

By  rich  and  sovereign  grace: 
Then  shall  our  hearts  obey  thy  word, 

And  humbly  seek  thy  face. 


886 


Pardon  Imjplored  in  Danger.    M.  8s  &  7s 

Dread  Jehovah  !  God  of  nations  ! 
From  thy  temple  in  the  skies, 
Hear  thy  people's  supplications  ; 
Now  for  their  deliverance  rise. 

2  Lo  !  with  deep  contrition  turning, 

In  thy  holy  place  we  bend ; 
Hear  us,  fasting,  praying,  mourning ; 
Hear  us,  spare  us,  and  defend. 

3  Though  our  sins,  our  hearts  confounding, 

Long  and  loud  for  vengeance  call, 

Thou  hast  mercy  more  abounding — 

Jesus'  blood  can  cleanse  them  all. 


FAST-DAY.  ~569^! 


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4  Lei  thai  mercy  veil  transgression  ; 
L  i  that  blood  our  guilt  efface; 
■  t'nv  people  from  oppression; 
Save  from  spoil  thy  holy  place. 

la  Tune  of  War.  L.  M, 

-unds  of  war  are  heard  around, 
And  death  and  ruin  strew  the  ground,  ; 
To  thee  we  look,  on  thee  we  call — 
The  Parent  and  the  Lord  of  all. 

2  Thou  who  hast  stamped  on  human  kind 
The  image  of  a  heaven-born  mind, 
And  in  a  Father's  wide  embrace, 
Hast  cherished  all  the  kindred  race, — 

3  Great  God,  whose  powerful  hand  can  bind 
The  raging  waves,  the  furious  wind, 
0,  bid  the  human  tempest  cease, 
And  hush  the  maddening  world  to  peace. 

4  With  rev'rence  may  each  hostile  land 
Hear  and  obey  that  high  command — 
Thy  Son's  blest  errand  from  above — 
••  My  creatures,  live  in  mutual  love." 


888 


Deploring  War,  I '.  M. 

Destructive  Bword  !  how  oft  hast  thou 
Been  bathed  in  human  blood  ! 
What  cities,  fields  and  sou-,  have  been 
Stained  with  the  crimson  flood  ! 

2  All-gracious  God!  permit  our  sools, 

Inipress'd  with  human  v. 
With  thee  to  plead,  how  long,  how  long 
Shall  this  mad  deluge  flow? 

3  Qow  1  Dg  shall  brethren's  hands,  iiabru'd 

With  blood,  each  other  slay  F 
The  field  with  _  rew'd, 

Of  man  to  man  a  prey? 
IV 


f570 


FAST-DAY.  &t 


4  To  punish  crime,  though  justly  due, 

Shall  vengeance  ever  burn? 
Back  to  the  scabbard,  whence  it  flew, 
Sword  of  the  world,  return  ! 

5  Thou  God  of  hosts  !  whose  sovereign  will 

Controls  the  swelling  flood, 

The  madness  of  thy  people  still, 

And  bring  from  evil  good. 

6  0,  may  thy  Spirit's  mighty  sword 

Our  lusts  subdue  and  slay ; 
Then  force  and  war  shall  yield  to  love, 
And  all  from  love  obey. 

OOo  Impending  Judgments.  C.  M. 

ome,  let  our  souls  adore  the  Lord, 
Whose  judgments  yet  delay ; 
Who  yet  suspends  the  lifted  sword, 
And  gives  us  time  to  pray. 

2  Great  is  our  guilt,  our  fears  are  great, 
But  let  us  not  despair ; 

Still  open  is  the  mercy-seat 
To  penitence  and  pray'r. 

3  Kind  Intercessor,  to  thy  love 
This  blessed  hope  we  owe ; 

0,  let  thy  merits  plead  above, 
While"  we  implore  below. 

4  Though  justice,  near  thy  awful  throne, 
Attends  thy  dread  command, 

Lord,  hear  thy  servants,  hear  thy  Son, 
And  save  a  guilty  land. 


1890 


National  Ingratitude.  L.  M. 

How  long  hath  God  bestowed  his  care 
On  this  indulged,  ungrateful  land ! 
How  oft,  in  times  of  danger  near, 
Preserved  us  by  his  sovereign  hand ! 


TIlAXKSi.IVIX'.    BAY.  &T1 


O 


2  Here  peace  and  Liberty  have  dwelt, 
The  glorious  gospel  brightly  shone  ; 
And  oft  our  mightiest  foes  have  felt 
That  God  hath  made  our  eaiiSfl  his  own. 

3  But,  ah  !  both  heaven  and  earth  have  heard 
Our  vile  requital  of  his  i 

We,  whom  like  children  he  has  reared, 
For  all  his  care  unthankful  prove. 

4  See!  he  uplifts  his  chastening  rod  ! 
0,  where  are  now  the  faithful  few, 
Who  tremble  for  the  ark  of  God, 
And  know  what  Israel  ought  to  do  ? 

5  Lord,  hear  thy  people  everywhere, 
Who  meet  this  day  to  weep  and  pray ; 
Our  sinful  land  in  mercy  spare, 

In  mercy  turn  thy  wrath  away  ! 


THANKSGIVING  DAY. 

Ot/1        Praise  for  National  Blessings.      L.  M. 

Almighty  Sovereign  of  the  ski 
To  thee  let  songs  of  gladness  rise, 
Each  grateful  heart  itfl  tribute  bring, 
And  every  voice  thy  goodness  sing. 

2  From  thee  our  choicest  blessings  flow; 
Life,  health  and  strength,  thy  bunds  bestow ; 
The  daily  good  thy  creatures  share, 
Springs  from  thy  providential 

3  The  rich  profusion  nature  yields, 
The  harvest  waving  o'er  the  fields, 
The  cheering  light,  refreshing  show'r, 
Are  gifts  from  thy  exhaustless  store. 


4  From  thee  proceed  domestic  ties, 
Connubial  bliss,  parental  joys  ; 
On  thy  support  the  nations  stand, 
Obedient  to  thy  high  command. 

5  Let  every  pow'r  of  heart  and  tongue 
Unite  to  swell  the  grateful  song ; 
While  age  and  youth  in  chorus  join, 
To  praise  the  Majesty  divine. 


S' 


Ol//W         Civil  and  Religious  Blessings.     M.  7s. 
^well  the  anthem,  raise  the  song — 

Praises  to  our  God  belong  ; 
Saints  and  angels  join  to  sing 
Praise  to  heaven's  almighty  King. 

2  Blessings  from  his  liberal  hand 
Pour  around  this  happy  land  ; 
Let  our  hearts,  beneath  his  sway, 
Hail  the  bright,  triumphant  day. 

3  Now  to  thee  our  joys  ascend ; 
Thou  hast  been  our  heavenly  Friend; 
Guarded  by  thy  mighty  pow'r, 
Peace  and  freedom  bless  our  shore. 

4  Here,  beneath  a  virtuous  sway, 
May  we  cheerfully  obey ; 
Never  feel  a  tyrant's  rod, 
Ever  own  and  worship  God. 

5  Hark  !  the  voice  of  nature  sings 
Praises  to  the  King  of  kings  ; 
Let  us  join  the  choral  song, 
And  the  heav'nly  notes  prolong. 

OuO  National  Gratitude.  L.  M. 

ord,  may  thy  goodness  crown  our  land, 
Preserved  by  thine  almighty  hand, 
The  tribute  of  its  love  to  bring 
To  thee  our  Saviour  and  our  King. 


L° 


THANKSGIVING   DAY. 


2  So  ihalJ  each  public  temple  raise 
A  song  of  triumph  to  thy  praise; 
And  every  peaceful,  private  home, 
To  thee  a  temple  shall  become. 

3  Still  be  it  our  supreme  delight. 
To  walk  as  in  thine  awful  Bight : 
And  in  thy  precepts  and  thy  fear, 
Till  life's  last  hour  to  persevere. 


894 


God's  Goodness  crowns  the  Year.    L.  M. 

Eternal  Source  of  every  joy, 
Well  may  thy  praise  our  lips  employ, 
While  in  thy  temple  we  appear. 
Whose  goodness  crowns  the  circling  year. 

2  The  flowery  spring,  at  thy  command, 
Embalms  the  air  and  paints  the  land; 
The  summer  rays  with  vigor  shine, 
To  raise  the  corn  and  cheer  the  vine. 

3  Thy  hand,  in  autumn,  richly  pours 
Through  all  our  coasts  redundant  stores  ; 
And  winters,  softened  by  thy  care, 

No  more  a  face  of  horror  wear. 

4  Seasons  and  months,  and  weeks,  and  di 
Demand  successive  songs  of  praise; 
Still  be  the  cheerful  homage  paid. 
With  opening  light  and  evening  shade. 


895 


Thanksgiving  Day.  M. ' 

Praise  to  God.  immortal  pi 
For  the  love  that  crowns  our  days: 

Bounteous  Source  of  every  joy. 

Let  thy  praise  our  tongues  employ. 

Pot  tie*  blessings  of  the  field, 
For  the  stores  the  gardens  yield, 
For  the  rine'fl  exalted  jui< 
For  the  generous  olive's  use: — 


HARVEST   HYMNS. 


3  Flocks  that  whiten  all  the  plain, 
Yellow  sheaves  of  ripened  grain, 
Clouds,  that  drop  their  fattening  dews, 
Suns,  that  temperate  warmth  diffuse  ;- 

4  All  that  spring  with  bounteous  hand 
Scatters  o'er  the  smiling  land, 

All  that  liberal  autumn  pours 
From  her  rich,  o'erflowing  stores  ; — 


1 
\ 

5  These  to  thee,  our  God,  we  owe — 
Source  whence  all  our  blessings  flow  ! 
And  for  these  our  souls  shall  raise 
Grateful  vows  and  solemn  praise. 


HAEVEST  HYMNS. 

OOV  Harvest  Hymn.  C.  M. 

To  praise  the  ever-bounteous  Lord, 
My  soul,  wake  all  thy  pow'rs: 
He  calls ;  and,  at  his  voice  came  forth 
The  smiling  harvest  hours. 

2  His  covenant  with  the  earth  he  keeps; 
My  tongue,  his  goodness  sing ; 

Summer  and  winter  know  their  time ; 
His  harvest  crowns  the  spring. 

3  Well  pleased,  the  husbandman  beholds         j 
The  waving,  yellow  crop ; 

With  joy  he  bears  the  sheaves  away, 
And  sows  again  in  hope. 

4  Thus  teach  me,  gracious  God,  to  sow 
The  seeds  of  righteousness ; 

Smile  on  my  soul,  and,  with  thy  beams,        j 
The  ripening  harvest  bless. 


HARVEST   HYMNS.  575 


897 


Then  in  the  hist  great  harvest,  I 
Shall  reap  a  glorious  crown ; 

The  harvest  shall  by  far  exceed 
What  I  in  hope  have  sown. 

The  Joy  in  Harvest.  L.  M. 

Great  God,  as  seasons  disappear, 
And  changes  mark  the  rolling  year, 
Thy  favor  still  doth  crown  our  days, 
And  we  would  celebrate  thy  praise. 

2  The  harvest  song  we  would  repeat : — 
11  Thou  givest  us  the  finest  wheat;" 
"The  joy  of  harvest"  we  have  known: 
The  praise,  0  Lord,  is  all  thine  own. 

3  Our  tables  spread,  our  garners  stor'd, 
0  give  us  hearts  to  bless  the  Lord! 
Forbid  it,  Source  of  light  and  love, 
Our  hearts  and  lives  should  barren  prove. 

4  Another  harvest  comes  apace : 
Mature  our  spirits  by  thy  grace, 
That  we  may  calmly  meet  the  blow 
The  sickle  gives  to  us  below. 

5  That  so,  when  angel  reapers  come 
To  gather  sheaves  to  thy  blest  home, 
Our  spirits  may  be  borne  on  high 
To  thy  safe  garner  in  the  sky. 


898 


The  God  of  Harvest.    P.  M.  G,G,4,G,6,6,4. 

Tin:  God  of  harvest  praise; 
In  loud  thanksgiving  raise 
Hand,  heart  and  voice  : 
The  valleys  smile  and  Bing, 
and  mountains  ring, 
The  plains  their  tribute  bring, 
The  streams  rej<>i«-e. 


2  Yea,  bless  his  holy  name, 
And  purest  thanks  proclaim 

Through  all  the  earth ; 
To  glory  in  your  lot 
Is  duty, — but  be  not 
God's  benefits  forgot, 

Amidst  your  mirth. 

3  The  God  of  harvest  praise ; 
Hands,  hearts  and  voices, 

With  sweet  accord; 
From  field  to  garner  throng, 
Bearing  your  sheaves  along, 
And  in  your  harvest  song 

Bless  ye  the  Lord. 


899 


Harvest  Hymn.        H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Let  all  the  people  join 
To  swell  the  solemn  chord ; 
Your  grateful  notes  combine 
To  magnify  the  Lord ; 
In  lofty  songs  your  voices  raise: 
The  God  of  harvest  claims  your  praise. 

In  rich  luxuriance  dress'd, 

Behold  the  spacious  plain; 
Its  bounty  stands  confess'd 
In  fields  of  yellow  grain ; 
In  lofty  songs  your  voices  raise : 
The  God  of  harvest  claims  your  praise. 

Fair  plenty  fills  the  land, — 
His  mercies  never  cease : 
The  husbandman  doth  smile 
To  see  the  large  increase ; 
In  lofty  songs  your  voices  raise : 
The  God  of  harvest  claims  your  praise. 


m 


CAMP    MI.KTIXG.  577 

4      The  precious  fruits  he  gives 
0  may  we  ne'er  ahv 
But  through  our  future  lives 
To  his  own  glory  use; 
Then  rise  to  heaven  and  sing  his  praise, 
In  sweeter  strains  and  nobler  lays. 

O {)[)  Seed  Time  and  Harvest.  C.  M. 

I  Fountain*  of  mercy,  God  of  love, 
How  rich  thy  bounties  are ! 
The  changing  seasons,  as  they  move, 
Proclaim  thy  constant  care. 

2  When  in  the  bosom  of  the  earth 

The  sower  hid  the  grain, 
Thy  goodness  marked  its  secret  birth, 
And  sent  the  early  rain. 

3  The  spring's  sweet  influence,  Lord,was  thine ; 

The  plants  in  beauty  grew ; 
Thou  gav'st  refulgent  suns  to  shine, 
And  soft,  refreshing  dew. 

4  These  varied  mercies,  from  above, 

Matured  the  swelling  grain: — 
A  kindly  harvest  crowns  thy  love, 
And  plenty  fills  the  plain. 

5  We  own  and  bless  thy  gracious  sway, 

Thy  hand  all  nature  hails: 
Seed  time  nor  harvest,  night  nor  day, 
Summer  nor  winter  fails. 


CAMP  MEETING. 


901 


Camp  Meeting  Hymn,  L.  M. 

Ci.\mi'  if  EETiNGfl  with  thy  presence  crown, 
And  §how*r,  <>  Lord  thy  blessings  down; 
Fill  eTery  heart  with  holy  seal, 
And  all  thy  righteousness  reveal. 

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^578 


CAMP   MEETING. 


2  O'er  all  our  hosts  do  thou  preside, 
And  all  our  various  movements  guide ; 
The  praying  companies  attend, 

And  show  thyself  the  sinner's  Friend. 

3  Pour  out  thy  Spirit  on  thy  sons, 
And  visit  thine  anointed  ones ; 
May  every  virgin  trim  her  lamp, 
And  glory  rest  upon  our  camp. 

4  May  prayer  and  praise  united  rise, 
Like  holy  incense,  to  the  skies  ; 

In  all  the  camp  display  thy  pow'r: 
That  souls  be  saved  each  day  and  hour. 


902 


The  Tented  Grove.  C.  M. 

Let  Zion's  sons,  and  Levi's  tribe, 
And  Israel's  army  move  ; 
Come  now,  prepare  to  offer  prayer, 
While  in  the  tented  grove. 

2  Leave  all  the  busy  cares  of  life — 

All  worldly  things  behind ; 
That  you  may  gather  strength  of  soul, 
And  fortify  the  mind. 

3  For  Jesus  surely  will  be  here, 

To  fire  our  souls  with  love ; 
And  we  shall  find  our  hearts  inclined 
To  love  the  tented  grove. 

4  By  faith  we  claim  thy  promise,  Lord, 

Thy  faithfulness  to  prove  ; 
Draw  near  to  us,  thou  sinner's  Friend, 
While  in  our  tented  grove. 

5  0  sacred  ground !  delightful  place, 

Where  God  appears  to  man ! 
Like  Moses,  we  behold  his  face 
With  but  a  vail  between. 


TABLE    HYMNS.  579 

G  But  when  we  rise  to  paradise, 
To  worship  God  above  ; 
Then  happier  ground  we  all  shall  find, 
Than  in  the  tented  grove. 


Close  of  a  Camp  Meeting,  C.  M. 

Now,  brethren,  to  your  homes  repair; 
And  as  you  pass  along, 
Employ  your  hearts  in  humble  pray'r, 
And  raise  the  cheerful  song. 

2  Praise  God  for  what  your  ears  have  heard — 

For  what  your  eyes  have  seen ; 
Praise  him  for  what  has  here  oocurr'd — 
For  all  you  feel  within. 

3  Improve  the  strength  you  here  have  gain'd, 

-  To  do  God's  holy  will : 
Improve  the  knowledge  here  attained, 
To  love  and  serve  him  still. 

4  Let  not  the  world  have  cause  to  say 

You've  served  your  God  for  nought ; 
But  grow  in  grace,  from  day  to  day. 
As  you  have  here  been  taught, 

5  Farewell — and  to  your  homes  repair; 

And  as  you  pass  along, 
Employ  your  hearts  in  humble  pray'r, 
And  raise  to  God  a  song. 


TABLE  HYMXS. 


904 


Gru<  ft  nt.  L.  M. 

Be  pr  Hi-  tabic  Lard  ; 

heft  ami  everywhere  adorM  ; 
These  mercies  bless,  and  grant  thai  we 
May  feast  in  paradise  with  thee. 


a 


J*J  Grace  after  Meat.  L 

Blessings  to  God,  forever  blest — 
To  God,  the  Master  of  the  feast— 
Who  hath  for  us  a  table  spread, 
And  from  his  hand  us  creatures  fed. 

2  0,  give  us  all  a  thankful  heart; 
Help  us  from  evil  to  depart ; 
Our  daily  meat,  Lord,  let  it  be, 
Thy  will  to  do,  and  follow  thee. 


906 


Praise  for  Daily  Food.  L.  M. 

We  bless  the  Lord,  the  Just  and  Good, 
Who  kindly  gives  our  daily  food : 
Who  pours  his  blessings  from  the  skies, 
And  loads  our  days  with  rich  supplies. 

2  0,  let  us,  then,  with  joy  record 
The  truth  and  goodness  of  the  Lord ; 
How  great  his  works !  how  kind  his  ways ! 
Let  every  tongue  pronounce  his  praise. 


907 


GooVs  Universal  Bounty .  C.  M. 

All  creatures,  with  instinctive  cry, 
From  God  implore  their  food  : 
His  bounty  grants  a  rich  supply, 
And  fills  the  earth  with  good. 

2  Delightful  is  the  task,  0  Lord, 
With  each  returning  day, 
Thy  countless  mercies  to  record, 
And  grateful  homage  pay. 


m 


travelers'  hy.mxs.  581 


TRAVELERS'  HYMNS. 


908 


909 


910 


The  Traveler's  Hymn.  C.  M. 

How  are  thy  servants  blest,  0  Lord, 
How  sure  is  their  defence ! 
Eternal  wisdom  is  their  guide, 

Their  help,  Omnipotence. 
In  foreign  realms,  and  lands  remote, 

Supported  by  thy  care, 
Thro'  burning  climes  they  pass  unhurt, 

And  breathe  in  tainted  air. 
In  midst  of  dangers,  fears  and  deaths 

Thy  goodness  we'll  adore  ; 
We'll  praise  thee  for  thy  mercies  past, 

And  humbly  hope  for  more. 


Traveler's  Melody.  M.  8s, 7s  &  4. 

Tnou  who  art  the  ever  present 
And  all-seeing  gracious  God, 
Make  our  journey  useful,  pleasant, 
Guard  and  bless  us  on  the  road  ; 

As  we  travel — 
Trav'ling  still  to  thine  abode. 
2  In  this  journey,  and  life's  travel, 
Go  with  us — thy  love  display  ; 
May  we  see  a  bright  to-morrow 

Through  the  storm-clouds  of  to-day ; 

Give  thine  angels 
Charge  to  keep  us  on  the  way. 


■L 


The  Traveler's  Sacrifice.  C.  M, 

Great  God,  where'er  we  pitch  our  tent, 
Let  us  an  altar  rah 
And  thero,  with  humblo  frame,  present 

Our  sacrifice  of  praise. 
1W 


J 


582  seamen's  hymns. 

2  To  thee  we  give  our  health  and  strength, 
While  health  and  strength  shall  last ; 
For  future  mercies  humbly  trust, 
Nor  e'er  forget  the  past. 


91 


SEAMEN'S  HYMNS. 


The  Spiritual  Voyage.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Jesus  !  at  thy  command, 
I  launch  into  the  deep, 
And  leave  my  native  land, 
Where  sin  lulls  all  asleep ; 
For  thee  I  would  the  world  resign, 
And  sail  to  heaven  with  thee  and  thine. 

Thou  art  my  pilot  wise  ; 

My  compass  is  thy  word ; 
My  soul  each  storm  defies, 
While  I  have  such  a  Lord ! 
I  trust  thy  faithfulness  and  pow'r 
To  save  me  in  the  dying  hour. 

By  faith  I  see  the  land, 

The  port  of  endless  rest ; 
My  soul,  thy  sails  expand, 
And  fly  to  Jesus'  breast ! 
0,  may  I  reach  the  heavenly  shore, 
Where  winds  and  waves  distress  no  more. 


912 


Christ  the  Guiding  Star  at  Sea.  M.  8s&7s. 

Star  of  peace,  to  wand'rers  weary, 
Bright  the  beams  that  smile  on  me ; 
Cheer  the  pilot's  vision  dreary, 
Far  away,  far,  far  at  sea. 


2  Star  of  faith,  when  winds  are  mocking 

All  his  toil,  he  flies  to  thee ; 
Save  him  on,  the  billows  rocking, 
Far  away,  far,  far  at  sea. 

3  Star  divine,  0  safely  guide  him, 

Bring  the  wand'rer  home  to  thee ; 
Sore  temptations  long  have  tried  him, 
Far  away,  far,  far  at  sea. 

4  Star  of  hope,  gleam  on  the  billow, 

Bless  the  soul  that  sighs  for  thee; 
Bless  the  sailor's  lonely  pillow, 
Far  away,  far,  far  at  sea. 


The  Lovely  Sonnet.     P.  M.  8,8,8,8,8,8,4. 

Wiiex  for  th'  eternal  world  I  steer, 
And  seas  are  calm  and  skies  are  clear, 
And  faith  in  lively  exercise, 

And  distant  hills  of  Canaan  rise, 
My  soul  for  joy  then  claps  her  wings, 
And  loud  her  lovely  sonnet  sings, 
I'm  going  home. 

With  cheerful  heart,  her  eyes  explore 
Each  land-mark  on  the  distant  shore, 

The  tree  of  life,  the  pastures  green, 
The  pearly  gates,  the  crystal  stream ; 

Again  for  joy  she  clasps  her  wings, 
And  loud  her  lovely  sonnet  sings, 
I'm  almost  home. 

The  nearer  still  she  draws  to  land, 
More  eager  all  her  powers  expand  ; 

With  steady  holm  and  free  bent  sail, 
Her  anchor  drops  within  the  fail; 

With  holy  joy  she  folds  her  wings, 
And  her  celestial  sonnet  &i 
I'm  safe  at  home. 


&, 


!584 


SEAMEN  S    HYMNS. 


®; 


Now,  safely  moored,  no  storm  I  fear, 
My  God,  my  Christ,  my  heaven  is  here; 

And  all  the  joys  of  paradise 
In  holiness  and  beauty  rise, — 

'Tis  now  the  soul,  with  folded  wing, 
Her  thrilling  notes  of  joy  shall  sing: 
Glory  to  God ! 


914 


The  Seamen's  Hymn.  S.  M. 

OLord,  we  launch  again 
Upon  the  mighty  deep, 
Do  thou,  0  sovereign  of  the  main, 
Our  souls  and  bodies  keep. 

If  hardship  and  distress 
We  should  be  called  to  bear, 
0  let  thine  all  supporting  grace 
Preserve  us  from  despair. 

Be  thou  forever  nigh, 
That  we  may  hear  thee  say, 
"Be  not  afraid,  for  it  is  I, 
To  guard  you  on  the  way." 

Then  come  whatever  will, 
We  nothing  have  to  dread, 
When  Christ  continues  with  us  still, 
And  says,  "  Be  not  afraid." 


Prayer  at  Sea. 


L.M. 


Prayer  may  be  sweet  in  cottage  homes, 
Where  sire  and  child  devoutly  kneel, 
While  through  the  open  casement  nigh 
The  vernal  blossoms  fragrant  steal. 

2  Prayer  may  be  sweet  in  stately  halls, 
Where  heart  with  kindred  heart  is  blent 
And  upward  to  th/  eternal  throne 
The  hymn  of  praise  melodious  sent. 


urn's  hymns.  586  v 

3  But  he  who  fain  would  know  how  warm 
The  soul's  appeal  to  God  may  be, 

From  friends  and  native  land  should  turn, 
A  wand'rer  on  the  faithless  sea. — 

4  Should  hear  its  deep,  imploring  tone 
Ri-<>  heavenward  o'er  the  funning  surge, 
When  billows  fcosa  the  fragile  hark, 
And  fearful  blasts  the  conflict  urge. 

5  Nought,  nought  appears  but  sea  and  sky; 
No  refuge  where  the  foot  may  flee: 

How  will  he  cast,  0  Rock  divine, 
The  anchor  of  his  soul  on  thee ! 

10      The  Voyage  to  Glory.     II.  M.6,6,6,6,8,8. 

Through  tribulation  deep 
The  way  to  glory  is  ; 
This  stormy  course  I  keep 
On  these  tempestuous  seas : 
By  waves  and  winds  I'm  toss'd  and  driv'n, 
Freighted  with  grace  and  bound  to  heav'n. 

2  Sometimes  temptations  blow 

A  dreadful  hurricane; 
And  high  the  waters  flow 

And  o'er  my  sides  break  in  ; 
But  still  my  little  ship  outbraves 
The  blust'ring  winds  and  surging  waves. 

3  The  Bible  is  my  chart : 

By  it  the  seas  I  know ; 
With  it  I  cannot  part, 

It  rocks  and  sands  doth  show: 
It  is  a  chart  and  compass  too, 
Whose  needle  points  for  ever  true. 


917 


Mariners  Prayer  and  Praise,       C.  M 

WuK\  o'er  the  mighty  deep  we  r 
By  winds  and  stormi  assail'd, 
We  call'd  upon  the  ocean's  I  tod, 
Whose  mercy  oerez  fail'd. 


0  586  seamen's  hymns. 

2  The  raging  tempest  heard  thy  voice, 

The  winds  obey'd  thy  will: 
The  elements  withheld  their  noise, 
And  all  the  floods  were  still. 

3  With  joy  we  hail'd  the  distant  shore, 

And  safe  the  vessel  moor'd; — 
With  grateful  hearts,  that  happy  hour, 
We  praised  the  ocean's  Lord. 

4  Thus,  while  o'er  floods  and  seas  we  roam, 

Thy  goodness  still  we  see ; 
Though  distant  from  our  native  home, 
We  are  not  far  from  thee. 

5  And  when  life's  voyages  are  past, 

And  we  are  call'd  to  die ; 

0  may  we  see  thy  face  at  last, 

In  realms  beyond  the  sky. 

6  Then  as  we  join  the  heavenly  bands, 

Beyond  the  swelling  wave, 
We'll  praise  thee  with  uplifted  hands, 
And  sing  thy  pow'r  to  save. 


918 


Prayer  for  Seamen.  C.  M. 

We  come,  0  Lord,  before  thy  throne, 
And,  with  united  pleas, 
We  meet  and  pray  for  those  who  roam 
Far  off  upon  the  seas. 

0  may  the  Holy  Spirit  bow 

The  sailor's  heart  to  thee, 
Till  tears  of  deep  repentance  flow 

Like  rain-drops  in  the  sea. 

Then  may  a  Saviour's  dying  love 

Pour  peace  into  his  breast, 
And  waft  him  to  the  port  above, 

Of  everlasting  rest. 


919 


Bound  for  Canaan.  P.M.  7,0,7,0,7,0,0,7 

The  people  called  christians, 
How  many  things  they  tell 
About  the  land  of  Canaan, 

Whore  saints  and  angels  dwell; 
But  sin,  that  dreadful  ocean. 

Encloses  them  around ; 
While  time  still  divides  them 
From  Canaan's  happy  ground. 

2  Thousands  have  been  impatient, 

To  find  their  passage  through, 
And  with  united  vigor, 

Have  tried  what  they  could  do : 
But  vessels  built  by  man's  skill 

Have  never  sailed  far, 
Till  they're  found,  run  aground 

On  some  dreadful  sandy  bar. 

3  The  gospel  ship  of  Jesus 

Has  gone  to  sea  at  last ; 
Behold  her  sails  expanded 

Around  the  towering  mast; 
Around  her  deck,  in  order, 

The  joyful  sailors  stand, 
Crying*  ( K  here  we  go 

To  ImmanuePs  happy  land  ! 

4  To  those  who  are  spectators, 

What  sorrow  must  ensue, 
To  have  their  old  companions 

Bid  them  a  long  adieu ! 
The  pleasures  of  a  paradise 

Xo  Longer  them  invite; 
They  may  rail,  while  we  sail, 

But  we'll  soon  be  out  of  sight. 

5  W  B*re  now  on  tin1  wide  ocean, 

AW  bid  the  world  farewell  ■ 

lint  where  we  shall  cast  anchor, 

No  mortal  tongue  can  tell ; 


- — v* 


r588                 BIRTH-DAY   HYMNS. 

About  our  future  happiness 
There  need  be  no  debate, 

While  we  ride  on  the  tide, 

With  our  Captain  and  his  mate. 

1            6  We're  passengers  united 
In  harmony  and  love  ; 
The  wind  is  in  our  favor — 
How  joyfully  we  move : 
|                 Though  troubles  may  surround  us, 
\                    And  raging  billows  roar, 

We  will  sweep  through  the  deep, 
Till  we  land  on  Canaan's  shore. 

1 

\                                                                                      \ 

BIETH-DAY  HYMNS. 

\  oZi)              A  Birthday  Hymn.                M.  7s. 

T  my  Ebenezer  raise 
1  To  my  kind  Kedeemer's  praise ; 
With  a  grateful  heart  I  own, 
\                Hitherto  thy  help  I've  known. 

2  I  my  all  to  thee  resign ; 
Father,  let  thy  will  be  mine ; 
j                May  but  all  thy  dealings  prove 
Fruits  of  thy  paternal  love. 

3  Let  my  few  remaining  days 
j                 Be  directed  to  thy  praise ; 

So  the  last,  the  closing  scene 
Shall  be  tranquil  and  serene. 

4  To  thy  will  I  leave  the  rest ; 
Grant  me  but  this  one  request, — 
Both  in  life  and  death  to  prove 
Tokens  of  thy  special  love. 

>EL~_ „ •»•»«■. ^ M 

WEDDING-    HYMNS.  5811 


Birthday  Dedication.     II.  M.  0,6,6,0,8,8. 

God  of  my  life,  to  thee 
My  cheerful  soul  I  raise; 
Thy  goodness  bade  me  be, 
And  still  prolongs  my  days ; 
I  see  my  natal  hour  return, 
And  bless  the  day  that  I  was  born. 

!       My  soul  and  all  its  pow'rs 

Thine,  wholly  thine,  shall  be ; 
All,  all  my  happy  hours 
I  consecrate  to  thee ; 
Whatever  I  have,  whate'er  I  am, 
Shall  magnify  my  Maker's  name. 

!       Long  as  I  live  beneath, 
To  thee,  0  let  me  live ! 
To  thee  my  every  breath, 
In  thanks  and  praises  give ! 
Creating  and  preserving  grace, 
Let  all  that  is  within  me  praise. 

[       Then  when  the  work  is  done, 

The  work  of  faith  and  pow'r, 
Receive  thy  rescued  son, 
In  death's  triumphant  hour; 
Like  Moses,  to  thyself  convey 
My  soul,  to  live  in  endless  day. 


WEDDING  HYMNS. 


A  Wedding  Hymn-  c-  M« 

Sim  i;  Jesus  freely  did  appear 
To  grace  ■  marriage  feast : 
Dear  Lord,  pre  ask  thy  presence  here 

To  make  ■  wedding  guest. 
IX 


WEDDING   HYMNS. 


2  Upon  the  bridal  pair  look  down, 

Who  now  have  plighted  hands ; 
Their  union  with  thy  favor  crown, 
And  bless  the  nuptial  bands. 

3  With  gifts  of  grace  their  hearts  endow, — 

Of  all  rich  dowries  best ; 
Their  substance  bless ;  and  peace  bestow, 
To  sweeten  all  the  rest. 

4  In  purest  love  their  hearts  unite; 

That  they,  with  christian  care, 
May  make  domestic  burdens  light, 
By  taking  mutual  share. 

5  0  may  each  soul,  assembled  here, 

Be  married,  Lord,  to  thee ; 
Clad  in  the  robes,  made  white  and  fair, 
To  spend  eternity. 

QOQ 

t/AtO  Marriage  Hymn.  L.  M. 

riTii  cheerful  voices  rise  and  sing 
The  praises  of  our  God  and  King ; 
For  he  alone  can  minds  unite 
In  mutual  love  and  pure  delight. 

2  0  may  this  pair  increasing  find 
Substantial  pleasures  of  the  mind; 
Happy  in  all  things  may  they  be, 
And  both  united,  Lord,  to  thee. 

3  So  may  they  live,  as  truly  one, 
And,  when  their  work  on  earth  is  done, 
Rise  hand  in  hand  to  heaven,  and  share 
The  joys  of  love  forever  there. 


w 


Matrimonial  Hymn.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Lord,  we  come  to  ask  thy  blessing 
On  the  happy  pair  to  rest ; 
May  thy  goodness,  never  ceasing, 
Make  them  now  and  ever  blest. 


WEDDING    HYMNS. 


2  Thou  canst  change  the  course  of  nature, 

Turning  water  into  wine; 
But  we  ask  a  greater  favor — 

May  they  be  forever  thine. 

3  Thine  by  covenant  and  adoption, 

Thine  by  free  and  sovereign  grace.; 
May  they,  in  each  word  and  action, 
Do  thy  will  and  speak  thy  praise. 

4  Gracious  Lord,  from  thy  rich  bounty, 

Fill  their  basket  and  their  store; 
Give  them,  with  their  health  and  plenty, 
Hearts  thy  goodness  to  adore. 


925 


The  Nuptial  Vow.  L.  M. 

With  grateful  hearts  and  tuneful  lays 
We  sing  before  th'  eternal  throne, 
And  offer  up  our  humble  praise 
To  him  whose  name  is  God  alone. 

2  At  this  auspicious  hour  draw  near, 
And  shed  thy  richest  blessings  down; 

Fill  every  heart  with  love  sincere, 
And  all  thy  faithful  mercies  crown. 

3  Grant  now  thy  presence,  gracious  Lord, 
And  hearken  to  our  fervent  pray'r: 
The  nuptial  vow  in  heav'n  record, 
And  bless  the  newly-married  pair. 

4  0  guide  them  safe  this  desert  through, 

'Mid  all  the  cares  of  life  and  love: 
May  they  with  JOJ  thy  glories  view 

In  tii"  eternal  world  ab 


PARENTAL    HYMNS. 


PAKENTAL  HYMNS. 

oZ\)  Parental  Solicitude.  C.  M. 

How  can  we  see  the  children,  Lord, 
In  love  whom  thou  hast  giv'n, 
Remain  regardless  of  thy  word, 
Without  a  hope  of  heav'n  ? 

2  How  can  we  see  them  tread  the  path 

That  leads  to  endless  death ; 

Thus  adding  to  thy  fearful  wrath, 

With  every  moment's  breath  ? 

3  We  ask  not  wealth,  long  life,  or  fame, 

Or  aught  the  world  can  give ; 
May  they  but  glorify  thy  name, 
And  to  thy  honor  live. 

4  This  is  the  burden  of  our  pray'r: — 

When  from  our  bosoms  riv'n, 

May  they  be  objects  of  thy  care, 

And  heirs,  at  last,  of  heav'n. 


927 


God's  Works  Recounted  to  Posterity.  C.  M. 

Let  children  hear  the  mighty  deeds 
Which  God  performed  of  old — 
Which  in  our  younger  years  we  saw, 
And  which  our  fathers  told. 

2  He  bids  us  make  his  glories  known, 

His  works  of  power  and  grace  ; 
And  we'll  convey  his  wonders  down 
Through  every  rising  race. 

3  Our  lips  shall  tell  them  to  our  sons, 

And  they  again  to  theirs  ; 
That  generations  yet  unborn 
May  teach  them  to  their  heirs. 


PARENTAL    HYMNS.  593  C 


4  Thus  shall  they  learn,  in  God  alone 
Their  hope  securely  stands. 
That  they  may  ne'er  forget  his  works, 
But  practise  his  commands. 


i? 


Parental  Entreaty.  S.  M. 

son,  know  thou  the  Lord, 
Thy  father's  God  obey ; 
Seek  his  protecting  care  by  night, 

His  guardian  hand  by  day. 

Call,  while  he  may  be  found, 

0,  seek  him  while  he's  near ; 
Serve  him  with  all  thy  heart  and  mind, 

And  worship  him  with  fear. 

If  thou  wilt  seek  his  face, 

His  ear  will  hear  thy  cry; 
Then  shalt  thou  find  his  mercy  sure, 

His  grace  forever  nigh. 

Yield,  then,  to  love  divine, 

Break  off  your  sins  to-day ; 
Accept  the  Saviour's  pardoning  grace, 

Believe,  repent,  and  pray. 

Maternal  Association.  C.  M. 

Great  God,  we  would  to  thee  make  known 
Each  fond  maternal  care  ; 
For  this  we  gather  'round  thy  throne, 
And  bring  our  children  there. 

Lord,  hear  the  parents'  earnest  cry, 

And  save  our  children  dear: 
Now  send  thy  Spirit  from  on  high, 

And  fill  them  with  thy  fear. 

0  make  them  lore  thy  holy  law, 

And  joyfa]  walk  therein  ; 
Their  heart*  to  Dew  obedience  draw, 

Save  them  from  every  sin. 


929 


o94  PARENTAL   HYMNS. 


Prayer  for  Children's  Conversion.    C.  M. 

OLord,  behold  us  at  thy  feet, 
A  small  paternal  band; 
As  suppliants  'round  thy  mercy-seat, 
We  come  at  thy  command. 

2  'Tis  for  our  children  we  would  plead, 

The  offspring  thou  hast  giv'n  ; 
Where  shall  we  go,  in  time  of  need, 
But  to  the  God  of  heav'n? 

3  We  ask  not  for  them  wealth  and  fame, 

Amid  the  worldly  strife ; 
But  in  thy  all-prevailing  name 
We  ask  eternal  life. 

4  We  seek  the  Spirit's  quick'ning  grace, 

To  make  them  pure  in  heart, 
That  they  may  stand  before  thy  face, 
And  see  thee  as  thou  art. 

Gentleness,  the  Fruit  of  the  Spirit.    CM. 

Speak  gently !  it  is  better  far 
To  rule  by  love  than  fear ; 
Speak  gently  !  let  not  harsh  words  mar 
The  good  we  might  do  here. 

2  Speak  gently  to  the  little  child  ; 

Its  love  be  sure  to  gain ; 
Teach  it  in  accents  soft  and  mild: 
It  may  not  long  remain. 

3  Speak  gently  to  the  young  ;  for  they 

Will  have  enough  to  bear ; 
Pass  through  this  life  as  best  they  may. 
'Tis  full  of  anxious  care. 

4  Speak  gently  !  'tis  a  little  thing, 

Dropp'd  in  the  heart's  deep  well ; 
The  good,  the  joy,  which  it  may  bring, 
Eternity  shall  tell. 


EDUCATIONAL   HYMNS. 

OOA>  Parents'  Prayer  for  their  Children.  CM. 
hough  parents  may  in  coy'nant  be, 


THO 
A 


And  have  their  heav'n  in  view; 
They  are  unhappy  till  they  see 
Their  children  happy  too. 

2  Their  hearts  with  inward  anguish  bleed 

When  all  attempts  prove  vain. 
And  they  pursue  those  paths  that  lead 
To  everlasting  pain. 

3  Till  they  can  see  victorious  grace 

Their  children's  souls  possess, 
The  sparkling  wit,  the  smiling  face, 
But  adds  to  their  distress. 

4  See  the  fond  father  clasp  his  child; 

With  love   his  bowels  move — 

Shalt  thou,  my  offspring,  be  exiPd 

From  God,  my  Father's  love? 

5  Shall  cruel  spirits  drag  thee  down 

To  darkness  and  despair, 
Beneath  th7  Almighty's  angry  frown, 

To  dwell  forever  there  ? 
G  Kind  heav'n,  the  dreadful  scene  forbid! 

Look  down,  dear  Lord,  and  bless  ; 
I'll  wrestle  hard  as  Abrah'm  did, — 

May  I  obtain  success* 


EDUCATIONAL  HYMNS. 

Prayer  for  God's  Blessing.  L.  M. 

Assembled  in  « »ur  school  once  more, 
0  Lord,  thy  blessing  we  implore; 
Now  fill  our  hearts  with  thy  rich  ^race, 
And  tune  our  lips  bo  Bing  thy  pn 


el 


596 


EDUCATIONAL   HYMNS. 


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2  To  thee  our  fervent  prayer  ascends 

For  parents,  teachers,  foes,  and  friends ; 
That  they  and  we  may  feel  that  love 
That's  felt  by  every  saint  above. 

3  Guide  thou  our  feet,  guard  thou  our  way, 
With  thy  blest  smile,  through  every  day ; 
And  when  on  earth  no  more  we  meet, 
May  we  in  heaven  each  other  greet. 


934 


The  Importance  of  Educating  Youth.  C. 

Father,  'tis  ours  in  wisdom's  way 
To  guide  untutor'd  youth, 
And  lead  the  mind  that  goes  astray 
To  virtue  and  to  truth. 

2  The  young  our  kind  protection  claim, 

And  God  will  well  approve 
Efforts  to  teach  the  youth  thy  name 
And  their  dear  Lord  to  love. 

3  Delightful  work !  young  souls  to  win, 

And  turn  the  rising  race 
From  the  deceitful  paths  of  sin, 
To  seek  redeeming  grace. 

4  Almighty  God,  thine  influence  shed 

To  aid  this  good  design ; 
0  bless  the  means,  thy  name  to  spread, 
And  make  all  people  thine. 

y  OO  College  Parting  Ode.        M.  7s  &  ( 

Alternate  joy  and  sadness 
Do-now  our  hearts  pervade ; 
Tears  mingle  with  our  gladness, 

And  sunshine  blends  with  shade. 
Our  tasks  are  o'er  at  college, 

The  prize  we  sought  is  gained; 
And  useful,  wholesome  knowledge, 
We  trust  we  have  attained. 


H 


]T~ 


EDUCATIONAL    HYMNS. 


2  Yet  gloom,  and  doubt,  and  sorrow 

Oppress  each  burdened  heart, 

For  on  th'  eventful  morrow. 
Dear  brothers,  we  must  part. 

Together,  'mid  the  bowers 
Of  learning's  green  retreat, 

We've  culled  perennial  flowers, 
And  snuffed  their  fragrance  sweet. 

3  Together,  at  devotion, 

We've  met  on  bended  knee, 
And  shared  the  deep  emotion 

Of  kindred  sympathy. 
Amid  the  real,  the  seeming, 

At  study,  or  at  play, 
Friendship's  soft  light  kept  beaming, 

To  cheer  our  onward  way. 

4  Though  now  the  mandate's  spoken, 

And  fate  has  bid  us  part, 
The  links  shall  ne'er  be  broken, 

That  bind  us  hand  and  heart. 
The  hope  of  never  parting, 

"When  once  in  heaven  we  dwell, 
Shall  check  the  tear  drop  starting 

When  here  we  say,  farewell. 


936 


Parti mj  Oik.  M.8s&7s. 

Here,  we  close  our  school-day  labors, 
Here,  we  leave  its  Bunny  hours, 
Which  the  past,  so  kind  in  giving, 

Strewed  with  learning's  fadeless  flowers  ; 
Now  we  enter  life's  vast  portal, 
In  the  mighty  cause  oi  truth, 

While  to-day's  bright  rays  of  glory 

Gleam  upon  our  gladsome  youth. 


G 


598 


SABBATH   SCHOOL    HYMNS. 


Go  we  hence — dear  alma  mater, 

From  the  halls  we  love  so  well, 
From  those  haunts,  where  joys  unnumber'd 

In  the  past's  remembrance  dwell ; 
Go  we  hence — dear  alma  mater — 

Throbbing  heart  and  starting  tear, 
Tell  too  plainly,  that  affection 

Holds  thee  very  near  and  dear. 

Part  we  now ;  our  school-day's  story 

Goes  into  the  silent  years, 
And  the  future  crowds  around  us 

Full  of  hopes  and  full  of  fears  ; 
Part  we  now — the  loved  and  loving — 

Each  to  brave  the  proud  world's  strife, 
Each  to  do  his  gentle  mission, 

On  the  battle-field  of  life. 


SABBATH  SCHOOL  HYMNS. 

vO  I    Chorus  in  Two  Parts.     H.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

CHILDREN. 

Come  let  our  voices  join, 
In  one  glad  song  of  praise ; 
To  God,  the  God  of  love, 

Our  grateful  hearts  Ave  raise. 

CONGREGATION. 

To  God  alone  your  praise  belongs ; 
His  love  demands  your  earliest  songs. 

CHILDREN. 

2       Now  we  are  taught  to  read 
The  book  of  life  divine ; 
Where  our  Redeemer's  love, 
And  brightest  glories  shine: 


®r 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


LEGATION. 

To  God  alone  the  praise  is  duo 
Who  sends  his  word  to  as  and  you. 

CHILDREN-. 

Within  those  hallow'd  walls, 

Our  wand'ring  foot  are  brought; 
Where  prayer  and  praise  ascend, 
And  heavenly  truths  are  taught: 
CONGREGATION. 
To  God  alone  your  ofFrings  bring; 
Here  in  his  house  his  praises  sing. 

CHILDREN. 

For  blessings  such  as  these, 

Our  gratitude  receive ; 
Lord,  here  accept  our  hearts, 

'Tis  all  that  we  can  give: 

CONGREGATION. 

Great  God,  accept  their  infant  songs  ; 
To  thee  alone  their  praise  belongs. 

BOTH. 

Lord,  bid  this  work  of  love 

Be  crown'd  with  meet  success  ; 
May  thousands  yet  unborn, 
This  institution  bless; 
Thus  shall  the  praise  resound  to  thee, 
Xow,  and  through  all  eternity! 


938 


The  Sabbath  School. 


L.  P.  M. 


The  sabbath  a  place  of  pray'r, 

I  love  to  meet  my  teachers  there ; 
They  teach  in"  there  that  all  may  come, 
And  find,  in  heav*n,  a  happy  home: 

I  love  to  go — 1  love  r 
I  love  i  k>1. 


"600 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


2  In  God's  own  book  we're  taught  to  read 
How  Christ  for  sinners  groaned  and  bled; 
That  precious  blood  a  ransom  gave, 

For  sinful  man — his  soul  to  save : 

I  love  to  go — I  love  to  go, 
I  love  to  go  to  sabbath  school. 

3  In  sabbath  school  we  sing  and  pray, 
And  learn  to  love  the  sabbath  day ; 
That  when  on  earth  our  sabbaths  end, 
A  glorious  rest  in  heav'n  we'll  spend: 

I  love  to  go — I  love  to  go, 
I  love  to  go  to  sabbath  school. 

4  And  when  our  days  on  earth  are  o'er, 
We'll  meet  in  heav'n  to  part  no  more ; 
Our  teachers  kind  we  there  shall  greet, 
And  0  what  joy  'twill  be  to  meet, 

In  heav'n  above — in  heav'n  above, 
In  heav'n  above  to  part  no  more ! 


939 


In  all  thy  Ways  Achioivledge  God.  L.  M. 

There  is  a  God  who  reigns  above, 
Lord  of  the  heav'n  and  earth  and  seas ; 
I  fear  his  wrath,  I  ask  his  love, 
And  with  my  lips  I  sing  his  praise. 

2  There  is  a  law  which  he  has  writ, 
To  teach  us  all  what  we  must  do : 
My  soul, to  his  commands  submit, 
For  they  are  holy,  just  and  true. 

3  There  is  a  gospel  rich  in  grace, 
Whence  sinners  all  their  comforts  draw; 
Lord,  I  repent,  and  seek  thy  face, 

For  I  have  often  broke  thy  law. 

4  There  is  an  hour  when  I  must  die ; 
Nor  do  I  know  how  soon  'twill  come ; 
How  many  children,  young  as  I, 

Are  call'd  by  death,  to  hear  their  doom ! 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS.        601 

5  Let  me  improve  the  hours  I  have, 
Before  the  day  of  grace  is  fled ; — 
There's  no  repentance  in  the  grave, 
Xor  pardon  offered  to  the  doad. 


940 


W" 


Sabbath  School  An n iversary.    M.  7s  &  Gs. 
rE  meet  again  in  gladness, 
And  thankful  voices  raise; 
To  God,  our  heavenly  Father, 

We  offer  grateful  praise: 
'Tis  his  kind  hand  that  bless'd  us 
Through  all  the  changing  year; 
His  love  it  is  that  brings  us 
Again  to  worship  here. 

2  We  thank  him  for  the  sabbath, — 
This  day  of  holy  rest : 

And  for  the  blessed  Bible. — 
The  book  we  should  love  best ; 

For  sabbath  schools  and  teachers, — 
To  us  so  kindly  given, 

To  guide  us  in  the  pathway 
That  leads  to  joys  in  heaven. 

3  We  thank  him  for  our  country, — 
The  land  our  fathers  trod: 

For  liberty  of  conscience, 

And  right  to  worship  God. 
0  Lord,  our  heavenly  Father, 
Accept  the  praise  we  bring  ; 
And  tune  our  hearts  and  void 
Thy  glorious  name  to  sing. 

may  thy  gracious  sceptre 
Extend  to  every  land ; 
And  all.  as  willing  *ul>j<><-H, 
Submit  t<>  thy  command. 

1  forth  the  gospel  tidings: 
And  hasten  on  tho  day. 

i  Ration 
Shall  own  Messiah's  sway. 

„JI A 


941 


Sabbath  Scholars'  Happy  Day.      L.  M. 

Preserved  by  thy  almighty  pow'r, 
0  Lord,  our  Maker,  Saviour,  King, 
And  brought  to  see  this  happy  hour, 
We  come  thy  praises  here  to  sing. 
Happy  day — Happy  day ! 
Here  in  thy  courts  ive'll  gladly  stay, 
And  at  thy  footstool  humbly  pray, 
That  thou  icouldst  take  our  sins  away ; — 
Happy  day — Happy  day, 
When  Christ  shall  icash  our  sins  axoayl 

2  We  praise  thee  for  thy  constant  care, 
For  life  preserved,  for  mercies  given ; 
0  may  we  still  those  mercies  share, 
And  taste  the  joys  of  sins  forgiven. 

Happy  day,  (Sec. 

3  We  praise  thee  for  the  joyful  news. 
Of  pardon  through  a  Saviour's  blood : 
0  Lord,  incline  our  hearts  to  choose 
The  way  to  happiness  and  God. 

Happy  day,  dec. 

4  And  when  our  work  on  earth  is  done, 
Grant,  Lord,  that  we  in  heaven  may  see 
Teachers  and  scholars  'round  thy  throne, 
AmLthere  forever  happy  be. 

Happy  day,  &c. 


942 


Evil  Company.  C.  M. 

Why  should  I  join  with  those  in  play, 
In  whom  I've  no  delight ; 
Who  curse  and  swear,  but  never  pray, 
Who  call  ill  names,  and  fight  ? 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


603' 


943 


2  I  hate  to  hoar  a  wanton  song ; 
Their  words  offend  my  ears; 

I  would  not  dare  defile  my  tongue 
With  language  such  as  theirs. 

3  Away  from  fools  I'll  turn  my  eyes, 
Nor  with  the  scoffers  go  ; 

I  would  be  walking  with  the  wise, 
That  wiser  I  might  grow. 

4  I  hate  to  walk,  I  hate  to  dwell 
With  sinful  children  here  ; 

Then  let  me  not  be  sent  to  hell, 
Where  none  but  sinners  are. 

The  Sabbath  School.  C.  M. 

The  sabbath  school,  that  blessed  place, 
0,  I  would  rather  stay 
Within  its  walls,  a  child  of  grace, 

Than  spend  my  hours  in  play. 
The  sabbath  school,  the  sabbath  school, 

0,  'tis  the  i)lace  I  love ! 
For  there  I  learn  the  golden  rule, 
Which  leads  to  joys  above. 

2  'Tis  there  I  learned  that  Jesus  died 

For  sinners  such  as  I; 
0,  what  has  all  the  world  beside, 
That  I  should  prize  so  high? 
The  sabbath  school,  dec. 

3  Then  let  our  grateful  tribute  rise, 

And  songs  of  praise  be  given 
To  him  who  dwells  above  the  skies, 
For  such  a  blessing  given. 
The  sabbath  school,  dkc, 

4  And  welcome,  then,  the  sabbath  school, 

We'll  read  ami  Bing  and  pray, 
That  we  may  keep  the  golden  role, 
And  never  from  it  stray. 
The  sabbath  school,  <l  <•. 


944 


Away  to  the  Sabbath  School.  M.  10s,  7s  &  5 

When  the  sabbath  bell,  which  we  love  so  well, 
With  its  tones  so  clear  and  full, 
Calls  us  here  from  home,  we  will  quickly  come, 
And  join  in  our  sabbath  school, 
For  'tis  here  we  all  agree, 
All  with  happy  hearts  and  free ; 
And  we  love  to  early  be 
At  the  sabbath  school. 
We'll  away ,  ive'll  away, 
We'll  aivay,  we' 11* away, 
We'll  away  to  the  sabbath  school ! 

2  On  the  wintry  day,  we  will  urge  our  way, 

Though  the  earth  be  wrapped  in  snow ; 
Or  the  summer  breeze  plays  around  the  trees, 
To  the  sabbath  school  we'll  go ; 
When  the  holy  day  has  come, 
And  the  sabbath  breakers  roam, 
We  delight  to  leave  our  home 
For  the  sabbath  school. 
We'll  away,  &c. 

3  In  the  class  we  meet,  with  the  friends  we  greet, 

At  the  time  of  opening  prayer ; 
And  our  hearts  we  raise,  in  a  hymn  of  praise ; 
For  His  always  pleasant  there. 
In  the  book  of  holy  truth, 
Full  of  counsel  and  reproof, 
We  behold  the  guide  of  youth, 
At  the  sabbath  school. 
We'll  away,  &c. 

^40  The  Sabbath  School.  L.  M 

The  sabbath  school,  how  dear  to  me ! 
Within  thy  walls  I  love  to  be ; 
Where,  on  the  sabbath  day,  we  meet 
In  our  accustomed  class  and  seat. 


SABBATH    SCHOOL    HYMNS. 


605 


'Tis  there  that  I  am  taught  to  read 

( tod's  I,  and  feel  the  need 

Of  quickening  grace  and  pardoning  love, 

To  lit  me  for  yon  heayen  al 

Tis  there  that  I  am  taught  to  pray, 

And  love  God's  holy  sabbath  day; 

To  ring  his  praise  and  learn  his  will, 

And  all  my  duties  to  fulfil. 

'Tis  there  I  learn  that  Christ  has  died, — 

That  he  for  me  was  crucified ; 

That  he  my  precious  soul  has  bought: 

These  blessed  truths  I  there  am  taught. 

0,  let  my  songs  and  praises  rise, 

Like  grateful  incense,  to  the  skies, 

For  that  rich  grace,  so  free,  so  full, 

That  brought  me  to  the  sabbath  school. 


946 


The  Child's  Desire.     P.  M.  11,8,11,9. 

I  think,  when  I  read  the  sweet  story  of  old, 
"When  Jesus  was  here  among  men, 
How  he  call'd  little  children  as  lambs  to  his  fold, 

I  should  like  to  have  been  with  them  then. 

Hallelvjali !  haUdujah  i 
We  are  a  happy  little  band; 
Hallelujah,  dr. 

2  I  wish  that  his  hands  had  been  placed  on  my  head, 

That  his  arm  had  been  thrown  around  me; 
And  that  I  might  have  seen  his  kind  look  when 
he  said, 

II  Let  the  little  ones  come  unto  me." 

HnMektyahj 

3  Yet  still  to  his  footstool  in  prayer  I  may  go, 

And  a>k  foe  a  share  in  his  1..-. 

And  if  1  tin.-  earnestly  seek  him  helow, 
I  .-hall  see  him  and  hear  him  al 


is. 


IV 


Hallelujah,  dhc. 


606  SABBATH    SCHOOL   HYMNS. 

\  4  'Tis  a  beautiful  place  he  has  gone  to  prepare, 
For  all  who  are  washed  and  forgiv'n ; 
And  many  dear  children  are  gathering  there, 
1 'For  of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  heav'n." 
Hallelujah,  dec. 

But  thousands  and  thousands  who  wander  and  ; 
fall, 
Never  heard  of  that  heavenly  home  ; 
I  should  like  them  to  know  there  is  room  for  i 
them  all, 
And  that  Jesus  has  bid  them  to  come. 
Hallelujah,  &c. 

;  6  I  long  for  the  joys  of  that  glorious  time, 
The  sweetest  and  brightest  and  best ; 
When  the  dear  little  children  of  every  clime 
Shall  crowd  to  his  arms  and  be  blest. 
Hallelujah,  (Sec. 


947 


Early  Instruction.  C.  M. 

Happy  the  child  whose  early  years 
Receive  instruction  well ; 
Who  hates  the  sinner's  path,  and  fears 
The  road  that  leads  to  hell. 

2  'Twill  save  us  from  a  thousand  snares, 

To  mind  religion  young  ; 
Grace  will  preserve  our  following  years, 
And  make  our  virtues  strong. 

3  To  thee,  almighty  God,  to  thee 

Our  childhood  we  resign  ; 
'Twill  please  us  to  lookback  and  see 
That  our  whole  lives  were  thine. 

4  0,  let  the  work  of  prayer  and  praise 

Employ  my  youngest  breath  ; 
Thus  I'm  prepared  for  longer  days, 
Or  fit  for  early  death. 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS.  607 

y4o    Hold  the  Bible.    P,  M.7,0,8,6,8,6,8,G,7,C. 

We'll  not  give  up  the  Bible — 
God's  holy  book  of  truth, — 
The  blessed  staff  of  hoary  age, 
TJie  guide  of  early  youth — 
The  lamp  which  sheds  a  glorious  light 

O'er  every  dreary  road — 
The  voice  which  speaks  a  Saviour's  love, 
And  leads  us  home  to  God. 
•    We'll  not  give  up  the  Bible — 
God's  holy  book  of  truth  I 

2  We'll  not  give  up  the  Bible ! 
For  it  alone  can  tell 
The  way  to  save  our  ruined  souls 

From  being  sent  to  hell ; 
xVnd  it  alone  can  tell  us  how 

We  can  have  hopes  of  heav'n — 
That  thro'  the  Saviour's  precious  blood 
Our  sins  may  be  forgiv'n. 

We'll  not  give  up  the  Bible,  drc. 


L1 


y^CF  ])uty  to  Parents.  C.  Bl 

et  children  that  would  fear  the  Lord, 
Hear  what  their  teachers  say  ; 
With  reverence  heed  their  parents'  word, 
And  with  delight  obey. 

2  Have  we  not  heard  what  dreadful  plagues 
Are  threatened  by  the  Lord, 

To  him  who  breaks  his  father's  law, 
Or  mocks  his  mother's  word. 

3  But  those  who  worship  God,  and  give 
Their  parents  hon  >r  due, 

Shall  long  on  earth  m  comfort  live; 
And  live  hereafter,  too. 

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SABBATH    SCHOOL   HYMNS. 

OOV  Death  of  a  Teacher.  S.  M. 

Weep,  mourning  scholars,  weep — 
A  teacher's  gone  before ; 
For  those  who  loved  to  see  his  face, 
Shall  see  his  face  no  more. 

2  Yet  all  whom  once  he  taught 
To  sit  at  Jesus'  feet, 

And  seek  the  blessedness  he  sought, 
May  him  in  glory  meet. 

3  Grieve,  brother  teachers,  grieve-; — 
With  you  he  bore  the  cross ; 

And  gladly  for  a  crown  of  life, 
Accounted  all  things  loss. 

4  Strong  in  the  Lord  was  he, 
And  valiant  for  the  truth ; 

Go,  train  your  scholars,  then,  to  be 
Christ's  soldiers  from  their  youth. 


951 


Come,  Join  our  Celebration.    M.  7s  &  6s. 

Come,  join  our  celebration, 
With  hallowed  songs  of  joy; 
And,  on  this  glad  occasion, 

Your  sweetest  notes  employ ; 
Parents  and  friends  invited, 

And  teachers,  now  are  here, 
In  purpose  all  united, 

Our  youthful  hearts  to  cheer. 

Thanks  to  the  God  of  heaven — 

Kind  guardian  of  our  race — 
For  all  the  favors  given, 

Beneath  his  smiling  face  ; 
For  health,  and  strength,  and  reason, 

And  friendship  unalloyed ; 
And  every  pleasant  season, 

In  sabbath  schools  enjoyed. 


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SABBATII   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


009 


^ 


Thanks  for  the  kind  protection 
God's  arm  has  thrown  around  ; 

And  for  that  Bweet  affection, 
Ho  causes  to  abound, 

In  those  who're  watching  o'er  us, 
With  many  an  anxious  sigh, 

And  seeking  to  allur 8 

To  peace  and  heavenly  joy. 

May  God,  with  gracious  blessing, 

Reward  their  toil  and  care ; 
And  hear  them,  while  addressing 

His  throne,  in  fervent  prav'r  : 
And  may  his  love,  constraining, 

Our  youthful  spirits  bow ; 
And  grace,  forever  reigning, 

Our  inmost  souls  endow. 


CM. 


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A  Child1  s  Prayer. 
[[nE\  for  some  little  insult  given, 
My  angry  passions  rise, 

I'll  think  how  Jesus  came  from  heaven 
And  bore  his  injuries. 

2  Dear  Saviour,  may  I  learn  of  thee 
My  temper  to  amend; 

And,  walking  in  humility, 
May  peace  my  steps  attend. 

3  0  Father,  bless  a  little  child, 
Xow  in  my  early  youth 

Give  me  a  spirit  good  and  mild, 
A  soul  to  Love  the  truth. 

tJOO  Whai  tht  Bible  tells  ?/.*. 

Tin-  Is  a  ]■>  k  indeed ; 

Happy  the  child  that  loves  t<>  read; 

(  rod's  own  word,  which  he  hath 
To  show  our  BOuk  khe  wav  to  heaven  ! 

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L.  M. 


610  SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


IS 


It  tells  us  how  the  world  was  made  ; 
And  how  good  men  the  Lord  obey'd ; 
And  his  commands  are  in  it  too, 
To  teach  us  what  we  ought  to  do. 
It  bids  us  all  from  sin  to  fly, 
Because  our  souls  can  never  die: 
It  points  to  heaven  where  angels  dwell, 
And  warns  us  to  escape  from  hell. 
But  what  is  more  than  all  beside, 
The  Bible  tells  us  Jesus  died ; 
This  is  its  first,  its  chief  intent, 
To  lead  poor  sinners  to  repent, 
Let  us  be  thankful  that  we  may 
Head  this  good  Bible  every  day  ; 
'Tis  God's  own  word,  which  he  has  giv'n 
To  show  our  souls  the  way  to  heav'n. 


The  Loved  Ones.  P.  M.  lis  &  8s. 

Be  kind  to  thy  father;  for  when  thou  wast 
young, 
Who  loved  thee  so  fondly  as  he? 
He  caught  the  first  accents  that  fell  from  thy 
tongue, 
And  joined  in  thine  innocent  glee. 
Be  kind  to  thy  father;  he's  now  growing  old, 

His  locks  intermingled  with  gray ; 
His  step  is  more  feeble,  his  spirit  less  bold — 
Thy  father  is  passing  away. 

\  2  Be  kind  to  thy  mother ;  for  lo!  on  her  brow 
May  traces  of  sorrow  be  seen ; 
0  well  mayst  thou  cherish  and  comfort  her  now, 

For  loving  and  kind  hath  she  been. 
Kemember  thy  mother ;  for  thee  will  she  pray, 

As  long  as  God  giveth  her  breath ; 
With  accents  of  kindness,  then,  cheer  her  lone  \ 
way, 
E'en  to  the  dark  valley  of  death. 


SABBATH    SCHOOL    HYMNS. 


|  3  Be  kind  to  thy  brother ;    his  heart  will   have 
dearth, 
If  the  joy  of  thy  smile  be  withdrawn ; 

The  flowers  of  feeling  will  fade  at  their  birth, 

If  the  dew  of  affection  be  gone. 
Be  kind  to  thy  brother;  wherever  you  are, 

The  love  of  a  brother  shall  be 
An  ornament  purer  and  richer,  by  far, 

Than  pearls  from  the  depths  of  the  sea. 

4  Be  kind  to  thy  sister,  that  thou  mayest  know 

The  depth  of  true  sisterly  love: 
The  wealth  of  the  ocean  lies  fathoms  below 

The  surface  that  sparkles  above. 
Be  kind  to  thy  father;  he's  now  growing  old; 

Be  kind  to  thy  mother,  so  near ; 
Be  kind  to  thy  brother,  nor  show  thy  heart  cold: 

Be  kind  to  thy  sister,  so  dear. 


955 


uOO  Death  of  a  Scholar.  C.  M. 

T\eath  has  been  here,  and  borne  away 
jJ  A  scholar  from  our  side  ; 
Just  in  the  morning  of  his  day, 
As  young  as  we,  he  died. 

2  Xot  long  ago,  he  filled  his  place, 
And  sat  with  us  to  learn  ; 

But  he  has  run  his  mortal  race, 
And  never  can  return. 

3  Perhaps  our  time  may  be  as  short, 
Our  days  may  fly  as  fast ; 

0  Lord,  impress  the  solemn  thought, 
That  this  may  be  our  last! 

4  We  []  wh<>  next  may  fall 
Beneath  thy  chastening  rod; 

One  must  be  first — O,  may  we  all 

Prepare  to  meet  our  ( '.«»<!. 


612 


SABBATH   SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


All  needful  help  is  thine  to  give ; 

To  thee  our  souls  apply 
For  grace  to  teach  us  how  to  live, 

And  make  us  fit  to  die. 


956 


Love  for  Sabbath  School.  C.  M. 

I  love  the  sabbath  school — the  place 
My  youthful  feet  have  trod, 
Where  I  have  heard  of  wisdom's  ways, 
That  lead  to  peace  and  God. 

I  love  the  sabbath  school — 'tis  there 

The  praise  of  God  we  sing ; 
'Tis  there  Ave  bow  the  knee  in  pray'r 

To  God,  our  heavenly  King. 

I  love  the  sabbath  school — where  we 

The  Holy  Bible  read, 
Which  tells  of  Christ,  who  came  to  be 

A  Saviour  in  our  need. 

4  0  that,  when  life's  few  cares  are  past, 
Our  teachers  we  may  meet 
Upon  the  blissful  plains,  and  cast 
Our  crowns  at  Jesus'  feet. 

OO  I  Children's  Offerings. 

Lord,  can  a  simple  child  like  me 
Assist  to  turn  the  world  to  thee  ? 
Or  send  the  bread  of  life  to  hands 
Stretched  out  for  it,  in  heathen  lands? 

2  Will  this  poor  mite  I  call  my  own, 
Lead  some  lost  heathen  to  thy  throne? 
Or  help  to  throw  the  idols  down, 
Which  'midst  the  heathen  groves  do  frown  ? 

3  0  yes  ! — although  the  gift  be  small, 
Lord,  bless  it,  since  it  is  my  all ; 
And  bid  it  swell  the  glorious  tide, 
By  thousands  of  thy  saints  supplied. 


L.  M. 


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IJATII    SCHOOL   HYMNS.  G13 

j     4  Yon  mighty  flood  which  sweeps  the  plain, 
Is  fed  by  tiny  drops  of  ruin ; 
And  ocean's  broad  unyielding  strand 
Consists  of  single  grains  of  sand. 
5  Thus  may  the  offerings  children  bring 
Make  gentiles  bow  to  Israel's  King ; 
If  owned  by  that  resistless  pow'r 
Which  curbs  the  sea,  and  forms  the  show'r. 

Sincerity  in  Prayer.  C.  IVJ 

rnEX  daily  I  kneel  down  to  pray, 
As  I  am  taught  to  do, 
God  does  not  care  for  what  I  say, 
Unless  I  feel  it  too. 

2  Yet  foolish  thoughts  my  heart  beguile ; 

And  when  I  pray  or  sing, 
I'm  often  thinking  all  the  while 
About  some  other  thing. 

3  0  let  me  never,  never  dare 

To  act  a  trifler's  part, 
Or  think  that  God  will  hear  a  pray'r 
That  comes  not  from  the  heart. 

4  But  if  I  make  his  ways  my  choice, 

As  holy  children  do, 
Then  while  I  seek  him  with  my  voice, 
My  heart  will  love  him  too. 

vOO  Children  may  Pray  to  God.        M.  7; 

Poor  and  needy  though  I  be, 
God,  my  Maker,  cares  for  me ; 
Gives  me  clothing,  shelter,  food, 
Give*  me  all  I  have  of  good. 
'J  He  will  listen  when  I  pray, 

With  me  night  and  day  : 
When  i  Bleep  and  when  I  wake, 
Keeps  me  sate  for  Jesiia'  sake. 

J* 


SABBATH    SCHOOL   HYMNS. 


©s 


3  He  who  reigns  above  the  sky 
Once  became  as  poor  as  I ; 

He  whose  blood  for  me  was  shed, 
Had  not  where  to  lay  his  head! 

4  Though  I  labor  here  awhile, 

He  will  bless  me  with  his  smile; 
And  when  this  short  life  is  past, 
I  shall  rest  with  him  at  last. 


960 


961 


Conclusion  of  a  Celebration.        C.  M. 

CHILDREN. 

Accept  our  thanks,  for  all  your  love 
And  kindness  thus  bestow'd, 
And  pray  that  we  may  meet  above, 
In  yonder  blest  abode. 

0  that  will  be  joyful  ! 

Joyful  Joyful! 

0  that  will  be  joyful, 

To  meet  to  part  no  more! 

To  meet  to  part  no  more, 

On  Canaan7 s  happy  shore : — 

There  we  shall  meet  at  Jesus'  feet, 

Shall  meet  to  part  no  more. 

TEACHERS. 

Our  gifts  and  prayers  are  freely  given ; 

You  live  within  our  heart : 
We  therefore  hope  to  meet  in  heaven, 

Where  we  shall  never  part. 
0  that  will  be  joyful,  &c. 

The  Holy  Sabbath.  L.  M. 

This  day  belongs  to  God  alone ; 
He  chose  the  sabbath  for  his  own; 
And  we  must  neither  work  nor  play, 
Because  it  is  God's  holy  day. 


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SABBATH    SCHOOL    HYMNS. 


615 


2  ;Tis  well  to  have  one  day  in  seven, 
That  we  may  Learn  the  way  to  heaven; 
Then  let  us  spend  it  as  we  should, 

In  Berying  God  and  growing  good. 

3  We  ought,  today,  to  learn  and  seek 

What  we  may  think  of  all  the  week  ; 

And  be  the  better  every  day, 

For  what  we  hear  our  teachers  say. 

4  And  every  sabbath  should  be  pass'd, 
As  if  we  knew  it  were  our  last ; 
What  would  the  dying  sinner  give 
To  have  one  sabbath  more  to  live ! 


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Little  things.  P.  M.  6,5,6,5. 

Little  drops  of  water, 
Little  grains  of  sand, 
Make  the  mighty  ocean, 
And  the  beaut'ous  land. 

2  And  the  little  moments, 

Humble  though  they  be, 
Make  the  mighty  ages 
Of  eternity. 

3  So,  our  little  err* 

Lead  the  soul  away 
From  the  paths  of  virtue, 
Oft  in  sin  to  stray. 

4  Little  deeds  of  kin<! 

Little  words  of  loye, 
Make  our  earth  an  Eden, 
Like  the  heav'u  above. 

5  Lit  >f  merer, 

Sown  by  youthful  hands. 

Grow  to  bless  the  nations, 

Far  in  beathen  land-. 

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j      616            BIBLE   CLASS   AND    YOUTH. 
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|  uxjO  Anniversary  Hymn. 


CM. 


We  now  to  Christ,  the  Saviour  King, 
Our  annual  tribute  pay ; 
In  sweet  hosannas  here  we  sing, 
For  his  life-cheering  ray. 

2  0,  let  the  heavenly  chorus  rise, 

On  this  our  festal  day ; 
And  wake  the  concord  of  the  skies 
With  this  our  joyous  lay. 

3  Another  year  has  run  its  round, 

Since  last  we  gathered  here ; 
And  still  the  precious  gospel  sound 
Invites  our  list'ning  ear: 

4  But  many  sabbath  hours  are  gone, 

Of  kind  instruction  given ; 
0,  may  the  lessons  we  have  learn'd 
Guide  us  to  Christ  and  heaven. 


BIBLE  CLASS  AND  YOUTH. 


Praise,  Prayer  and  Instruction.      S.  M. 

We  come  to  sing  thy  praise ; 
We  meet  to  offer  pray'r  ; 
We  come  to  learn  of  wisdom's  ways ; 
Blest  Saviour,  meet  us  here  ! 

And,  as  thy  holy  word 
We  study,  and  are  taught, 
Let  every  truth  and  precept,  Lord, 
Be  with  thy  blessings  fraught. 


965 


BIBLE    CLASS    AND    YOUTH.  617  ® 

So  shall  the  hours  we  spend 
Together  in  this  place, 

Through  all  our  future  being  send 
The  savor  of  thy  grace. 


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Scriptures  the  Guide  for  Youth.      C.  M. 
fow  shall  the  young  secure  their  hearts, 
And  guard  their  lives  from  sin? 
Thy  word  the  choicest  rules  imparts, 
I'o  keep  the  conscience  clean. 

2  ;Tis  like  the  sun,  a  heavenly  light, 

That  guides  us  all  the  day ; 
And  through  the  dangers  of  the  night 
A  lamp  to  lead  our  way. 

3  Thy  precepts  make  us  truly  wise ; 

We  hate  the  sinner's  road  ; 
We  hate  our  own  vain  thoughts  that  rise, 
But  love  thy  law,  0  God. 

4  Thy  word  is  everlasting  truth  ; 

How  pure  is  every  page  ! 
That  holy  book  shall  guide  our  youth, 
And  well  support  our  age. 

u\)\)        Remember  Now  thy  Creator.        C.  M. 

Remember  thy  Creator  now, 
In  these  thy  youthful  days ; 
He  will  accept  thine  earliest  vow; 
lie  loves  thine  earliest  praise. 

2  Remember  thy  Creator  now  ; 
Seek  him  while  he  is  near ; 
For  evil  days  will  come  when  thou 
Shalt  find  no  comfort  here. 

.°>  Remember  thy  Creator  dow  ; 
His  willing  servant 

Then,  when  thy  head  in  death  shall  bow, 
He  will  remember  thee. 

1Z:: 


BIBLE   CLASS   AND    YOUTH. 


Almighty  God,  our  hearts  incline 
Thy  heavenly  voice  to  hear  ; 

Let  all  our  future  days  be  thine, 
Devoted  to  thy  fear. 


987 


Importance  of  Early  Religion.       L.  M. 
\Tow,  in  the  heat  of  youthful  blood, 
1 1  Remember  your  Creator,  God ; 
Behold,  the  months  come  hastening  on, 
When  you  shall  say,  "  My  joys  are  gone." 

2  Behold,  the  aged  sinner  goes, 
Laden  with  guilt  and  heavy  woes, 
Down  to  the  regions  of  the  dead, 
With  endless  curses  on  his  head. 

3  The  dust  returns  to  dust  again ; 
The  soul,  in  agonies  of  pain, 
Ascends  to  God  ;  not  there  to  dwell, 
But  hears  her  doom,  and  sinks  to  hell. 

4  Eternal  King,  I  fear  thy  name ; 
Teach  me  to  know  how  frail  I  am  ; 
And  when  my  soul  must  hence  remove, 
Give  me  a  mansion  in  thy  love. 

yDO  Knowledge  Prayed  for.  C.  M. 

Before  thy  mercy-seat,  0  Lord, 
Behold  thy  servants  stand, 
To  ask  the  knowledge  of  thy  word, 
The  guidance  of  thy  hand. 

2  Let  thy  eternal  truths,  we  pray, 
Dwell  richly  in  each  heart ; 
That  from  the  safe  and  narrow  way 
We  never  may  depart. 

Lord,  from  thy  word  remove  the  seal.. 

Unfold  its  hidden  store ; 
And  teach  us,  as  we  read,  to  feel 

Its  value  more  and  more. 


BIBLE   (LASS    AND    YOUTH.          619  ° 
\ 

Instructing  the  Younp.  C.  M. 

>lest  Work,  the  youthful  mind  to  win, 
And  turn  the  rising  race 
From  dark  and  dangerous  paths  of  sin, 
To  seek  redeeming  crrace. 


B1 


2  Be  ours  the  Miss,  in  wisdom's  way 

To  guide  untutored  youth ; 
And  show  the  mind  which  went  astray 
The  way,  the  life,  the  truth. 

3  Thy  Spirit,  Father,  on  us  shed, 

And  bless  this  good  design: 
The  honors  of  thy  name  to  spread : 
Be  all  the  glory  thine. 


970 


Rewards  of  Early  Piety.     M.  Ss,  7s  &  4. 

God  has  said,  "  Forever  blessed 
Those  who  seek  me  in  their  youth — 
They  shall  find  the  path  of  wisdom, 
And  the  narrow  way  of  truth ; M 

Guide  us,  Saviour, 
In  the  narrow  way  of  truth. 

2  Be  our  strength,  for  we  are  weakness ; 
Be  our  wisdom  and  our  guide  ; 

May  we  walk  in  love  and  meekness, 
Nearer  to  our  Saviour's  side : 

Naught  can  harm  us, 
While  we  thus  in  thee  abide. 

3  Thus,  when  evening  shades  shall  gather, 
We  may  turn  our  tearless  eye 

To  the  dwelling  of  our  Father, 
To  our  home  beyond  the  sky — 

Gently  passing 
To  the  happy  land  on  high. 

si 


BIBLE   CLASS   AND   YOUTH. 


971 


Life  a  Summer's  Day.  C.  M. 

This  life  is  but  a  summer's  day 
Of  shadows  and  of  light ; 
Its  brightest  sunbeams  pass  away, 
And  soon  give  place  to  night. 

2  Fair  childhood  is  the  early  dawn, 

And  youth  the  morning  gay ; 
Manhood's  the  noon  so  quickly  gone, 
And  age  the  evening  ray. 

3  This  life  God  gave  us  to  prepare 

For  that  which  is  to  come : 

0  may  I  gain  admittance  there, 

And  find  a  heavenly  home ! 

4  And  will  the  Lord  my  sins  forgive 

Through  his  redeeming  love, 
And  bid  me  to  his  glory  live, 
And  write  my  name  above  ? 


972 


Scriptural  Instruction.  L.  M. 

There  is  a  school  on  earth  begun, 
Instructed  by  the  holy  One ; 
He  calls  his  pupils  there  to  prove 
The  sweetness  of  redeeming  love. 

2  The  school  book  is  the  Scripture  true ; 
The  lessons  are  forever  new ; 

In  this  the  pupils  are  agreed, 
It  is  a  blessed  book  indeed. 

3  'Tis  here  the  blind  may  learn  to  see; 
Then  come,  ye  blind,  the  school  is  free; 
And  here  the  lame  may  learn  to  walk; 
The  dumb  may  also  learn  to  talk. 

4  'Tis  here  the  deaf  may  learn  to  hear; 
Then  come,  ye  deaf,  and  lend  an  ear : 
Listen  to  Jesus'  charming  voice — 
He'll  make  your  mourning  souls  rejoice. 


BIBLK   CLASS   AND   YOUTH.  • 


m* 


5  ('nine,  brethren,  you  who  arc  at  school, 
Attention  pay  to  every  rule; 
Here  may  we  learn  the  happy  art 
Of  loving  God  with  all  our  heart. 


973 


Youth  theBest  Time  far  Religion.    C.  M. 

Amidst  the  cheerful  bloom  of  youth, 
With  ardent  zeal  pursue 
The  ways  of  piety  and  truth, 
With  death  and  heaven  in  view. 

2  Fair  wisdom's  paths  with  sweets  are  strew'd, 

And  pleasures  all  refined ; 
There  joys  divine  are  shed  abroad, 
That  suit  th'  immortal  mind. 

3  Youth  is  the  most  accepted  time, 

To  love  and  serve  the  Lord ; 
A  flow'r  presented  in  its  prime, 
Will  much  delight  afford. 

4  He'll  crown  with  peace  your  rising  years, 

And  make  your  work  increase ; 
Will  guide  you  through  this  vale  of  tears, 
And  bid  your  sorrows  cease. 

5  Give  him  the  morning  of  your  i 

And  be  forever  blest : 
;Tis  none  but  those  in  wisdom's  ways 
Enjoy  substantial  i 


974 


Expostulation  with  the  Young*       L.  M. 

Ye  lovely  bands  of  blooming  youth, 
Warned  by  the  ?oiee  of  heav'nly  truth, 
Now  yield  to  Christ  your  youthful  prime 
With  all  your  tal<.'iit<  and  your  time. 

Think  of  your  end,  nor  thought! 

I'll  put  far  off  the  evil  day  : 

Ah  I   not  a  moment's  in  your  pow'r. 

And  death  stands  ready  at  the  door. 


622 


.  BIBLE    CLASS   AND    YOUTH. 


0S 


Eternity ! — how  near  it  rolls  ! 
Count  the  vast  value  of  your  souls ; 
Beware,  and  count  the  awful  cost, 
What  they  have  gained  whose  souls  are  lost. 

4  Pride,  sinful  pleasures,  lust  and  snares 
Beset  your  hearts,  your  eyes,  your  ears ; 
Take  the  alarm — the  danger  fly : 
"Lord,  save  me!"  be  your  earnest  cry. 


975 


Prayer  for  the  Young.  CM. 

Come,  Lord,  and  bless  the  rising  race: 
Make  this  a  happy  hour — 
According  to  thy  richest  grace, 

And  thy  almighty  pow'r. 
Dear  youth,  we  know  your  sinful  state; 

May  God  your  hearts  renew; 
We  would  awhile  ourselves  forget, 

To  pour  our  prayers  for  you. 
We  see,  though  you  perceive  it  not, 

Th'  approaching  awful  doom ; 
0  tremble  at  the  solemn  thought, 

And  flee  the  wrath  to  come ! 


976 


The  Young  Exhorted.  C  M. 

Ye  hearts  with  youthful  vigor  warm, 
In  smiling  crowds  draw  near, 
And  turn  from  every  mortal  charm, 
A  Saviour's  voice  to  hear. 

2  He,  Lord  of  all  the  worlds  on  high, 

Stoops  to  converse  with  you  ; 
And  lays  his  radiant  glory  by, 
Your  welfare  to  pursue. 

3  The  soul  that  longs  to  see  his  face, 

Is  sure  his  love  to  gain  ; 
And  those  that  early  seek  his  grace, 
Shall  never  seek  in  vain. 


BIBLE   CLASS   AND   YOUTH. 


623^ 


977 


A  Warning  to  Youth,  M.  7s. 

Oye  young,  ye  gay,  ye  proud, 
Yoa  must  die  and  wear  a  shroud! 
Time  will  rob  you  of  your  bloom4, 
Death  will  drag  you  to  the  torn)); 
Then  you'll  cry,  and  want  to  be 
Happy  la  eternity — eternity — eternity — 
Happy  in  eternity. 

2  Will  you  go  to  heaven,  or  hell  ? 
One  you  must,  and  there  to  dwell: 
Christ  will  come,  and  quickly  too : 
I  must  meet  him,  so  must  you  ; 

Then  you'll  cry,  &c. 

3  The  white  throne  will  soon  appear, 
All  the  world  must  then  draw  near: 
Sinners  will  be  driven  down — 
Saints  will  wear  the  starry  crown. 

Then  you'll  cry.  (Sec. 


978 


Early  Fieiy.  M.  7s  &  6s. 

Go  thou  in  life's  fair  morning, 
Go,  in  thy  bloom  of  youth, 


And  seek,  for  thine  adorning, 
The  precious  pearl  of  truth ; 

Secure  the  heavenly  treasure, 
And  bind  it  on  thy  heart; 

And  let  no  earthly  pleasure, 
E'er  cause  it  to  depart. 

2  Go,  while  the  day-star  sliineth, 

Go,  while  thy  heart  is  light, 

Go,  ere  thy  Btrength  declineth, 

Whi  [a  bright: 

Sell  all  thou  hasr  and  buy  it  ; 

worth  all  earthly  things, — 

Rubies,  and  gold,  and  diamonds, 
trea  and  crowns  of  kings ! 


624  BIBLE   CLASS   AND   YOUTH. 

3  Go,  ere  the  cloud  of  sorrow 

Steals  o'er  thy  bloom  of  youth ; 
Defer  not  till  to-morrow  ; 

Go  now,  and  buy  the  truth. 
Go,  seek  thy  great  Creator ; 

Learn  early  to  be  wise ; 
Go,  place  upon  the  altar, 

A  morning  sacrifice. 


979 


The  Ways  of  Wisdom.  C.  M. 

Why  should  we  spend  our  youthful  days 
In  folly  and  in  sin, 
When  wisdom  shows  her  pleasant  ways, 
And  bids  us  walk  therein  ? 

2  Folly  and  sin  our  peace  destroy : 

They  glitter,  and  are  past; 
They  yield  us  but  a  moment's  joy, 
And  end  in  death  at  last. 

3  But,  if  true  wisdom  we  possess,. 

Our  joys  shall  never  cease  ; 
Her  ways  are  ways  of  pleasantness, 
And  all  her  paths  are  peace. 

4  0,  may  we,  in  our  youthful  days, 

Attend  to  wisdom's  voice; 
And  make  these  holy,  happy  ways, 
Our  own  delightful  choice ! 

Prayer  for  Youth.  S.  M.  i 

[_reat  God,  with  heart  and  tongue, 
r  For  all  our  youth  we  pray ; 
0  may  they  learn,  while  they  are  young, 
To  walk  in  wisdom's  way  ! 


G' 


Now,  in  their  early  days, 
Teach  them  thy  will  to  know  ; 
0  God,  thy  sanctifying  grace 


On  every  heart  bestow  ! 


BIBLE   CLASS   AND    YOUTH. 


625 


& 


Make  their  unguarded  youth 
The  object  of  thy  care; 
Cause  them  to  choose  the  way  of  truth, 
And  flee  from  every  snare. 

Their  hearts,  to  folly  prone, 
Renew  by  power  divine  ; 
Unite  them  to  thyself  alone, 
And  make  them  wholly  thine. 

Lord,  let  thy  sacred  word 
Their  warmest  thoughts  employ; 
There  let  them  daily  find  the  road 
Which  leads  to  endless  joy. 


981 


Counsel  and  Warning. 


L.  M. 


3 


Young  people  all,  attention  give, 
While  I  address  you  in  God's  name; 
You,  who  in  sin  and  folly  live, 
Come,  hear  the  counsel  of  a  friend. 

2  Youth,  like  the  spring,  will  soon  be  gone, 
By  fleeting  time  or  conquering  death ; 
Your  morning  sun  may  set  at  noon  ; 
And  soon  may  cease  your  vital  breath. 

3  Your  sparkling  eves  and  blooming  cheek, 
Must  wither  like  the  blasted  rose; 

The  coffin,  earth,  and  winding  sheet, 
Will  soon  your  active  limbs  enclose. 

4  Ye  heedless  ones,  that  wildly  stroll, 
The  grave  will  soon  become  your  bed, 
Where  silence  reigns  and  vapors  roll 
In  solemn  darkness,  round  your  head. 

5  Your  souls  will  land  in  darker  realms. 
Whore  vengeanro  n  igna  and  billows  roar  •. 
There  you  will  lie  in  burning  Aam< 
When  thousand,  thousand  yean  are  o'er. 

2A  40 


)Q~ 


626 


BIBLE   CLASS    AND    YOUTH 


6  Sunk  in  the  shades  of  endless  night, 
You'll  groan  and  howl  in  ceaseless  pain ; 
And  never  more  behold  the  light, 

And  never,  never  rise  again. 

7  Ye  blooming  youth,  this  is  the  state 
Of  all  who  do  free  grace  refuse ; 
And  soon  with  you  'twill  be  too  late, 
The  way  of  life  in  Christ  to  choose. 

982 


P.M. 


Counsel  and  Advice  to  the  Young. 

Remember,  sinful  youth, 
You  must  die — you  must  die  ; 
Remember,  sinful  youth, 

You  must  die ! 
Remember,  sinful  youth, 
Who  hate  the  ways  of  truth, 
And  in  your  pleasures  boast, 

You  must  die — you  must  die ! 
And  in  your  pleasures  boast, 

You  must  die ! 
Uncertain  are  your  days, 

Here  below — here  below,  &c. 
Uncertain  are  your  days  ; 
For  God  hath  many  ways 
To  end  your  day  of  grace, 

Here  below — here  below,  &c. 
To  the  great  judgment  day 

You  are  bound — you  are  bound,  &c. 
To  the  great  judgment  day, 
Be  you  whoe'er  you  may, — 
Nor  will  it  long  delay, — 

You  are  bound — you  are  bound,  &c. 
:  The  God  who  built  the  sky, 

By  his  pow'r — by  his  pow'r,  &c. 
The  God  who  built  the  sky 
Hath  said  (and  cannot  lie:) 
"The  soul  that  sins,  shall  die," 

Evermore — evermore,  &c. 


&- 


ANTI-SLAVERY    HYMNS.  627   ': 

5  Then  0  my  friends,  don't  you, — 

I  entreat — I  entreat,  <fcc. 
Then  0  my  friends,  don't  you 
Your  carnal  ways  pursue, 
And  thus  your  souls  undo, — 

I  entreat — I  entreat,  &c. 

G  Xow  to  the  Saviour  flee 

For  your  life — for  your  life,  &c. 

Now  to  the  Saviour  flee, 

And  be  from  sin  set  free  ; — 

Give  praise  eternally, 

For  your  life — for  your  life,  &c. 


ANTI-SLAVERY  HYMNS. 


983 


The  Gospel  against  Slavery.  CM. 

UDreak  every  yoke,"  the  gospel  cries, 
-D  "And  let  th'  oppressed  go  free;" 

Let  every  captive  taste  the  joys 
Of  peace  and  liberty. 

3  Lord,  when  shall  man  thy  voice  obey, 
And  rend  each  iron  chain? 
0,  when  shall  love  its  golden  sway 
O'er  all  the  earth  maintain? 

3  Send  thy  good  Spirit  from  above, 

And  melt  th'  oppressor's  heart  ; 
Send  sweet  deliverance  to  the  slave, 
And  melt  each  iron  heurt. 

4  With  freedom's  blessings  crown  his  day: 

O'erflow  his  heart  \\\\\\  1 

Teach  bin  that  Btrait  and  narrow  way 
Which  leads  bo  reel  above. 


w 


J/Ot:  Appeal  to  ike  Slaveholder.  C.  M. 

rHAT  mean  ye,  that  ye  bruise  and  bind 
My  people  ?  saith  the  Lord, 
And  starve  your  craving  brother's  mind, 
That  asks  to  hear  my  word? 

2  What  mean  ye,  that  ye  make  them  toil 

Through  long  and  dreary  years, 
And  shed  like  rain  upon  your  soil 
Their  blood  and  bitter  tears  ? 

3  What  mean  ye,  that  ye  dare  to  rend 

The  tender  mother's  heart? 
Brothers  from  sisters,  friend  from  friend, 
How  dare  you  bid  them  part  ? 

4  What  mean  ye,  when  God's  bounteous  hand 

To  you  so  much  has  given, 
That  from  the  slave  who  tills  your  land 
You  keep  both  earth  and  heaven  ? 

5  When  at  the  judgment  God  shall  call, 

Where  is  thy  brother? — say, 
What  mean  ye,  to  the  Judge  of  all, 
To  answer  on  that  day  ? 


Liberty  Song.  C.  M. 

Ye  friends  of  liberty,  awake, 
And  put  your  armor  on ; 
With  dauntless  zeal  your  weapons  take, 
And  bid  your  fears  begone. 

\  Sound  argument  and  truth  we  use 
For  weapons  in  this  war : 
Good  sense  and  solid  reason  choose, 
And  carnal  means  abhor. 

Persuasion,  with  entreaty  kind, 

And  information  true ; 
Faith  in  the  Lord,  and  prayer,  we  find 

Important  weapons  too. 


ANTI-SLAVERY    HTMKS.  629* 

4  The  contest  will  be  warm,  severe, 

And  many  brave  may  fall ; 
But  courage  take,  our  cause  is  clear — 
Humanity's  loud  call. 

5  Up  !  freemen,  up !  and  all  unite 

To  set  the  captive  free ; 
Trusting  in  God,  exert  your  might, 
And  sound  the  jubilee ! 


986 


Freedom1  s  Trump.        M.  7s  &  6s. 

Soox  shall  the  trump  of  freedom, 
Resound  from  shore  to  shore ; 
Soon  taught  by  heavenly  wisdom, 

Man  shall  oppress  no  more ; 
But  every  yoke  be  broken, 

Each  captive  soul  set  free, 
And  every  heart  shall  welcome 
The  day  of  jubilee. 

2  Then  tyrants'  crowns  and  sceptres. 

And  victors'  wreaths  and  scars ; 
And  galling  chains  and  fetters, 

"With  all  the  pomp  of  wars, 
Shall  in  the  dust  be  trodden, 

Till  time  shall  be  no  more  ; 
And  peace  and  joy  from  heaven 

The  Lord  on  earth  shall  pour. 


987 


Upward  and  Onward.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Upward!  onward!  is  our  watchword : 
Though  the  winds  blow  good  or  ill, 
Though  the  sky  be  fair  or  stormy. 
These  shall  be  our  watchwords  still. 

2  Upward,  onward,  in  the  battle 
Waged  for  freedom  and  the  right, 
Never  retting  never  weary, 
Till  a  vict'ry  crowns  the  fight. 


ANTI-SLAVERY    HYMNS. 


3  Upward,  onward,  pressing  forward, 
Till  each  bondman's  chains  shall  fall ; 
Till  the  flag  that  floats  above  us, 
Liberty  proclaims  to  all. 

4  Lo  !  a  brighter  day  is  coming, — 
Brighter  prospects  ope  before ; 
Spread  your  banner  to  the  breezes — 
Upward !  onward  !  evermore. 


1988 


Appeal  for  Sympathy.         M.  8s  &  7s. 

Hearken,  christians!  hear  the  groaning 
Of  the  poor  oppressed  slave ; 
Hear  him  now  his  fate  bemoaning, — 
None  to  pity,  none  to  save. 

2  Listen,  friends,  of  every  nation. 
To  the  wailing  bondman's  plea ; 
Hear  his  doleful  lamentation, 
Hear  him  sigh  for  liberty. 

3  Will  you,  by  your  votes  and  silence, 
Servitude  perpetuate  ? 

Can  you  look  without  abhorrence 
On  a  system  God  doth  hate? 

4  Can  you  bow  with  cold  indiff 'rence, 
And  the  throne  of  God  address  ? 
Will  you  there  ask  no  assistance 
For  the  bondman  in  distress? 

5  Think,  ye  sons  of  ease  and  freedom, 
Of  the  sufferings  he  endures ; 

You  would  sigh  for  liberation, 
Were  the  slave's  condition  yours. 


989 


Equality  of  Men.  L.  M. 

Eternal  Father,  thou  hast  made 
A  numerous  family  thy  care  ; 
Nor  sable  hue,  nor  caste,  nor  grade, 
Excludes  the  meanest  from  his  share. 


g 


ANTI-SLAVERY   HYMXS.  631 

2  Of  kindred  blood  and  flesh  the  same, 
In  thy  pure  Bight  of  equal  worth — 
Then  why  should  one  the  sceptre  claim, 
And  crush  his  brother  to  the  earth? 

3  Why  should  the  sighing  bondman  grope 
A  cheerless  journey  to  the  tomb, 
No  star  to  guide,  no  ray  of  hope 
To  shine  upon  the  darksome  gloom? 

4  Wilt  thou  not  hear,  and  set  them  free, 
The  downtrod  slaves  for  whom  we  plead, 
And  make  our  land  as  it  should  be, 
A  free  and  happy  land  indeed  ? 


990 


Universal  Freedom.       M.  6s  &  4s. 

"Doll  on,  thou  joyful  day, 

ll>  When  tyranny's  proud  sway, 

Stern  as  the  grave, 
Shall  to  the  ground  be  hurl'd, 
And  freedom's  flag,  unfurl'd, 
Shall  wave  throughout  the  world 

O'er  every  slave. 

2  Trump  of  glad  jubilee, 
Echo  o'er  land  and  sea, 

Freedom  for  all ; 
Let  the  glad  tidings  fly, 
And  every  tribe  reply, 
Glory  to  God  on  high, 

At  slavery's  fall. 

3  Free,  too,  the  captive  mind, 
By  darkness  Long  confined 

In  slavery's  night; 
The  Bftvioar'e  reign  extend, 
Virtue  with  freedom  blend, 
And  full  salvation  send 

With  freedom's  Light. 


P  632  TEMPERANCE   HYMNS. 

TEMPERANCE  HYMNS. 

vul      Temperance  Appeal.     M.  7,7,7,6,7,7,7,6, 

Friends  of  temperance,  swell  the  song : 
Young  and  old,  the  strain  prolong ; 
Make  the  temperance  army  strong, 

And  on  to  victory ! 
Lift  your  banners  ;  let  them  wave  ; 
Onward  march,  a  world  to  save : — 
Who  would  fill  a  drunkard's  grave, 
And  bear  his  infamy  ? 

2  Give  the  aching  bosom  rest ; 
Carry  joy  to  every  breast ; 

Make  the  wretched  drunkard  blest, 

By  living  soberly. 
Raise  the  glorious  watchword  high : 
"  Touch  not,  taste  not,  till  you  die  I" 
Let  the  echo  reach  the  sky, 

And  earth  keep  jubilee. 

3  God  of  mercy,  hear  us  plead ; 
For  thy  help  we  intercede ; 
See  how  many  bosoms  bleed, 

And  heal  them  speedily. 
Hasten,  Lord,  the  happy  day, 
When,  beneath  its  gentle  ray, 
Temperance  all  the  world  shall  sway, 

And  reign  triumphantly. 


992 


Reign  of  Intemperance.         C.  M. 

Intemperance,  like  a  raging  flood, 
Is  sweeping  o'er  the  land  ; 
Its  dire  effects,  in  tears  and  blood, 
Are  traced  on  every  hand. 


TEMPERANCE    HYMNS.  633 


2  It  still  flows  on,  and  bean  away 

Ten  thousands  to  their  doom  : 
Who  shall  the  mighty  torrent  - 
And  disappoint  the  tomb? 

3  Almighty  God,  no  hand  but  thine 

Can  cheek  this  flawing  tide; 
Stretch  out  thine  arm  of  power  divine, 
And  bid  the  flood  subside. 

4  Dry  up  the  source  from  whence  it  flows  ; 

Destroy  its  fountain-head ; 
That  dire  intemperance  and  its  woes 
No  more  the  earth  overspread. 

Cold  Water  Army.  C.  M. 

rnn  banner  and  with  badge  we  come, 
An  army  true  and  strong, 
To  fight  against  the  hosts  of  rum. 
And  this  shall  be  our  song. 
We  lore  the  dear  cold  water  springs, 

Supplied  by  (jentle  skowWs ; 
We  feel  the  strength  cold  ivater  brings ; 
"  The  vie  to  rg  is  ours." 


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2  Cold  water-army  is  our  name, — 

0  may  we  faithful  be, 
And  so,  in  truth  and  justice,  claim 

The  blessings  of  the  free. 
We  lore  the  clear  cold  water  springs,  dec. 

3  Though  others  love  their  rum  and  wine, 

And  drink  till  they  are  mad, 
To  water  we  will  still  incline, 

To  make  us  strong  and  glad. 
We  love  the  clear  cold  water  sjrrings,  d'C 

4  I  pledge  to  thee  this  hand  of  mine, 

In  faith  and  friendship  strong: 
And  fellow  •soldier a  we  will  join 
The  chorus  of  oar  song. — 

We  love  the  clear  cold  water  tp rings,  dr. 


t)y4  0  Come,  Come  Away.  P.  M.  5,7,8,5,8,8,6,5. 

Ocome,  come  away, 
Intemperance  forsaking, 
The  poison  cup  surrender  up, 

0  come,  come  away ; 
Disease  and  death  are  in  the  bowl, 
And  swift  destruction  to  the  soul ; 
Then  from  its  base  control, 
0  come,  come  away. 

2  When  sparkleth  the  wine, 
When  reddened  rs  its  color, 
Then  lift  not  up  the  fatal  cup, 

But  turn,  turn  away ; 
Look  not  upon  it  then,  forsooth, 
It  biteth  like  a  serpent's  tooth, 
Old  age  and  blooming  youth, 

So  come,  come  away. 

3  Away  to  the  polls, 
Old  men  and  young  advancing, 
With  nerves  of  steel  and  hearts  that  feel, 

0  come,  come  away; 
Like  freeman  take  a  noble  stand, 
A  true  and  faithful  temperance  band, 
And  vote  rum  from  the  land, 


0  come,  come  away ! 


995 


The  Drink  for  me.    P.  M.  8,6,8,6,8,8,6,6. 

The  drink  that's  in  the  drunkard's  bowl, 
Is  not  the  drink  for  me; 
It  kills  his  body,  and  his  soul ; 

How  sad  a  sight  is  he ! 
But  there's  a  drink  which  God  hath  giv'n, 
Distilling  in  the  showers  of  heaven, 
In  measures  large  and  free : 
0,  that's  the  drink  for  me,  &c. 


0 


TEMPERANCE   HYMNS. 


635 


2  The  Stream  that  many  prize  so  high, 

Is  not  the  stream  for  me: 
For  he  who  drinks  it,  still  is  dry, 

Forever  dry  he'll  be. 
But  there's  a  stream,  so  cool  and  clear, 
The  thirsty  traveler  lingers  near, 
Refreshed  and  glad  is  he ; 
0,  that's  the  stream  for  me,  &c. 

3  The  wine-cup  that  so  many  prize, 

Is  not  the  cup  for  me. 
The  aching  head,  the  bloated  face, 

In  its  sad  train  I  see : 
But  there's  a  cup  of  water  pure, 
And  he  who  drinks  it,  may  be  sure, 
Of  health  and  length  of  days ; 
0,  that's  the  cup  for  me,  &c. 


996 


Total  Abstinence. 


M.  8s. 


Oturx  from  the  wine-glass  away, 
Nor  look  on  the  wine  when  it's  red ; 
At  last  like  a  serpent  at  play, 

It  stings,  and  the  poison  will  spread. 
The  eyes  it  inflames  with  desire, 

The  heart  with  all  manner  of  sin  ; 
It  setteth  the  bosom  on  fire, 
Consuming  the  spirit  within. 

2  0,  turn  from  the  wine-glass  away ! 

Not  look  on  the  wine  when  it's  red ; 
Though  org'd  by  the  wealthy  and  gay, 
Remember  the  blood  it  hath  shedl 

h  not  with  the  poison  thy  lips, 

If  thou  wouldst  be  free  from  its  pains; 

Yi>v  he  fa  in  danger  wli-  upe — 

II'-  enly  i-  Bare  who  abstains. 


®  636  TEMPERANCE   HYMNS. 


997 


The  Temperance  Rally.      M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Round  the  temperance  standard  rally, 
All  the  friends  of  human  kind ; 
Snatch  the  devotees  of  folly, 
Wretched,  perishing  and  blind: 

Loudly  tell  them 
How  they  comfort  now  may  find. 

2  Bear  the  blissful  tidings  onward, 

Bear  them  all  the  world  around  ; 

Let  the  myriads  thronging  downward, 

Hear  the  sweet  and  blissful  sound, 

And,  obeying, 
In  the  paths  of  peace  be  found. 

3  Plant  the  temperance  standard  firmly, 

Round  it  live,  and  round  it  die  ; 
Young  and  old  defend  it  sternly, 
Till  we  gain  the  victory, 

And  the  nations 
Hail  the  happy  jubilee. 

uOO  Sparkling  and  Bright     P.M.9,8,8,7. 

Sparkling  and  bright,  in  its  liquid  light, 
Is  the  water  in  our  glasses  ; 
'Twill  give  you  health,  'twill  give  you  wealth, 
Ye  lads  and  rosy  lasses. 
0  then  resign  your  ruby  wine, 

Each  smiling  son  and  daughter  ; 
There7 s  nothing  so  good  for  the  youthful  blood. 
As  pure,  fresh  sparkling  water. 

2  Better  than  gold  is  the  water  cold, 
From  the  crystal  fountain  flowing  ; 
A  calm  delight,  both  day  and  night, 
To  happy  homes  bestowing. 
0  then  resign,  d-c. 


NATIONAL    HYMNS.  63*7  H 

3   Sorrow  hath  fled  from  the  heart  that  bled 
Of  the  weeping  wife  and  mother, 
As  the  poison'd  cup  was  given  up 
By  husband,  son,  or  brother ;  <fcc. 

OUtJ  A  Temperance  Appeal.  M.  10s. 

High  rolls  the  temp'rance  wave ;  see,  still  they 
come ; 
Man  is  no  longer  slave  to  the  fiend  rum ; 
Reason  assumes  her  sway,  vice  hides  her  head, 
Widow's  fears,  children's  tears,  all,  all  have  fled: 
Pilgrims  and  wanderers,  hither,  0  come ! 
Where  the  free  dare  to  be,  there  is  your  home! 

2  Strike,  then,  for  liberty,  while  yet  you  may! 
Strong  drink's  a  tyranny — dash  it  away! 
Taste  not  the  poison'd  cup :  death  lurks  therein ; 
Broken  hearts,  conscience'  smarts,  follow  the  sin. 

Pilgrims  and  wanderers,  &c. 

3  Come,  now,  ye  drinkers,  come,  join  yet  to-da}T; 
Nor  let  the  morrow's  sun  see  your  delay ; 
Here  let  the  rich  and  poor,  high,  low,  and  all, 
Songs  prolong,  loud  and  strong,  o'er  Bacchus'  fall. 

Pilgrims  and,  wanderers,  d'C 

4  Soon  shall  the  shout  go  'round,  o'er  hill  and  main : 
Those  lost  at  length  are  found,  and  live  again; 
Champagne  and  sherry,  too,  brandy  and  gin, 
Lose  their  charm  us  to  harm,  or  tempt  to  sin. 

Pilgrims  and  wanderers,  dfcc. 


XATIOXAL  HYMNS. 

1UUU         Prayer  for  our  Conning.  GL  M. 

T  om>,  while  fof  all  mankind  we  pray, 


~. 


<  )f  every  clime  and  c 
0,  hear  us  for  our  native  laixl.- 

The  land  we  love  the  most. 
2B 


'     638  NATIONAL   HYMNS. 

2  0,  guard  our  shores  from  every  foe, 
With  peace  our  borders  bless, 

With  prosperous  times  our  cities  crown, 
Our  fields  with  plent'ousness. 

3  Unite  us  in  the  sacred  love 
Of  knowledge,  truth,  and  thee  ; 

And  let  our  hills  and  valleys  shout 
The  songs  of  liberty. 

4  Lord  of  the  nations,  thus  to  thee 
Our  country  we  commend  ; 

Be  thou  her  refuge  and  her  trust, 
Her  everlasting  Friend. 


1001 


Supplication  for  our  Country.     CM, 

When  Abrah'm,  full  of  sacred  awe, 
Before  Jehovah  stood, 
And,  with  an  humble,  fervent  prayer, 
For  guilty  Sodom  sued, — 

2  With  what  success,  what  wondrous  grace, 

Was  his  petition  crown' d ! 
The  Lord  would  spare,  if  in  that  place 
Ten  righteous  men  were  found. 

3  And  could  a  single  pious  soul 

So  rich  a  boon  obtain  ? 
Great  God,  and  shall  a  nation  cry, 
And  plead  with  thee  in  vain? 

4  Are  not  the  righteous  dear  to  thee 

Now,  as  in  ancient  times  ? 

Or  does  this  sinful  land  exceed 

Gomorrah  in  her  crimes? 

5  Still  we  are  thine ;  we  bear  thy  name  ; 

Here  yet  is  thine  abode  ; 
Long  has  thy  presence  bless'd  our  land  ; — 
Forsake  us  not,  0  God  ! 


NATIONAL   HYMNS. 


639 


1002 


Fourth  of  July.        M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

God  of  every  land  and  nation, 
On  this  glorious  jubilee, 
Let  the  incense  of  oblation, 
From  each  heart  arise  to  thee ; 

Save  our  country: 
Long  preserve  her  liberty. 

Let  thy  richest  blessings  ever 

Rest  upon  our  happy  land ; 
May  no  tierce  contention  sever 

This  confederated  band: 
In  sweet  union, 

May  we  still  unshaken  stand. 

May  we  all  be  safely  guided, 
Saviour,  by  thy  gracious  will : 

When  life's  storms  shall  have  subsided, 
And  our  tongues  in  death  are  still, 

May  we  praise  thee, 
"Where  immortal  glories  thrill. 


1003 


National  Hymn. 


M.  6s  &  4s. 


MY  country,  'tis  oT  thee, 
Sweet  land  of  liberty, 
Of  thee  I  sing ; 
Land  where  my  fathers  died, 
Land  of  the  pilgrim's  pride, 
From  every  mountain  side 
Let  freedom  ring. 

2  My  native  country,  thee — 
Land  of  the  noble,  free — 

Thy  name  I  love ; 
I  love  thy  rocks  and  rills. 
Thy  woods  and  templed  hills; 
My  be&H  with  rapturu  thrills 

Like  that  above. 


640 


NATIONAL   HYMNS. 


~& 


1004 


I  Let  music  swell  the  breeze, 
And  ring  from  all  the  trees 

Sweet  freedom's  song: 
Let  mortal  tongues  awake ; 
Let  all  that  breathe  partake ; 
Let  rocks  their  silence  break, — 
The  sound  prolong. 

£  Our  fathers'  God,  to  thee, 
Author  of  liberty, 

To  thee  we  sing : 
Long  may  our  land  be  bright 
With  freedom's  holy  light ; 
Protect  us  by  thy  might, 

Great  God,  our  King. 

Our  Deliverance  Ascribed  to  God.  C.  M. 

OLord,  our  fathers  oft  have  told, 
In  our  attentive  ears, 
Thy  wonders  in  their  days  perform'd, 
And  in  more  ancient  years. 

2  'Twas  not  their  courage,  or  their  sword, 

To  them  salvation  gave ; 
'Twas  not  their  number,  or  their  strength, 
That  did  their  country  save. 

3  But  thy  right  hand,  thy  powerful  arm, 

Whose  succour  they  implored, — 
Thy  providence  protected  them, 
Who  thy  great  name  adored. 

4  As  thee  their  God  our  fathers  own'd, 

So  thou  art  still  our  King ; 
0,  therefore,  as  thou  didst  to  them, 
To  us  deliv'rance  bring. 

5  To  thee  the  glory  we  ascribe, 

From  whom  salvation  came 
In  God,  our  shield,  we  will  rejoice, 
And  ever  bless  thy  name. 


NATIONAL   HYMNS. 


1005 


Independence  Celebration.  M.  8s,  7s  & 4s. 

Hail  the  day  that  brought  our  freedom ! 
Bought  with  our  forefathers'  blood; 
Thou,  our  conqu'ring  God,  didst  lead  them, 
When  their  foes  before  them  stood. 
Independence! 
Echo  it  through  field  and  flood. 

2  Lo !  their  happy  sons  and  daughters 

On  this  glad  and  festal  day, 
By  the  springs  of  limpid  waters, 
O'er  the  hills  and  valleys  stray. 

Independence ! 
Chorus  still  of  every  lay. 

3  Here  we,  in  thy  presence  bending, 

Happiest  of  the  happy  throngs, 
Up  to  heaven  our  prayers  are  sending 
Up  to  heaven  our  rapt'rous  songs  : 

Independence ! 
Swells  the  triumph  God  prolongs. 

4  "  0,  thou  God  of  our  salvation ! w 

Who  dost  blessings  richly  show'r, 
Let  us  make  our  "Declaration" 
In  this  spirit-stirring  hour, 

Independence 
From  the  tyrant  Satan's  pow'r ! 


1006 


Independence  Ode.        M.  6s  &  4s. 


SL 


Freemen,  awake  the  song ! 
Gladly  the  strain  prolong, 
Welcome  this  day ! 
It  tells  of  glory  won, 
By  deeds  of  valor  done; 
Shout  till  the  sotting  sun 
Sheds  its  last  ray. 

2B  41 


2  Our  happy  land  we  sing — 
Your  joyful  tribute  bring, 

The  song  to  swell ; 
Sing  of  our  country's  worth — 
The  place  of  freedom's  birth — 
Our  father's  home  and  hearth, 

Where  we  all  dwell. 


1007 


God's  Goodness  Celebrated.     C.  P.  M. 


Let  every  heart  rejoice  and  sing; 
Let  choral  anthems  rise ; 
Ye  reverend  men  and  children,  bring 

To  God  your  sacrifice ; 
For  he  is  good;  the  Lord  is  good, 

And  kind  are  all  his  ways: 
With  songs  and  honors  sounding  loud, 
The  Lord  Jehovah  praise, 

While  the  rocks  and  the  rills, 
While  the  vales  and  the  hills, 
A  glorious  anthem  raise : 

Let  each  prolong  the  grateful  song, 
And  the  God  of  our  fathers  praise. 

2  He  bids  the  sun  to  rise  and  set ; 
In  heaven  his  power  is  known ; 
And  earth,  subdued  to  him,  shall  yet 
Bow  low  before  his  throne ; 


1008 


For  he  is  good,  &c. 


National  Blessings.  L.  M, 

Great  God  of  nations,  now  to  thee 
Our  hymn  of  gratitude  we  raise ; 
With  humble  heart,  and  bending  knee, 
We  offer  thee  our  song  of  praise. 
Thy  name  we  bless,  almighty  God, 
For  all  the  kindness  thou  hast  shown 
To  this  fair  land  the  pilgrims  trod, — 
This  land  we  fondly  call  our  own. 


ELDERSHIP    HYMNS. 


643' 


3  Here  freedom  spreads  her  banner  wide, 
And  casts  her  soft  and  hallow'd  ray  ; 
Here  thou  our  fathers'  steps  didst  guide 
In  safety  through  their  dang'rous  way. 

4  We  praise  thee  that  the  gospel's  light 
Through  all  our  land  ifs  radiance  sheds ; 
Dispels  the  shades  of  error's  night, 
And  heavenly  blessings  round  us  spreads. 


ELDERSHIP  HYMNS. 

lUUt/     Opening  an  Eldership  Meeting.    C. 

Come,  let  us  strike  our  harps  afresh, 
To  great  Jehovah's  name ; 
Sweet  be  the  accents  of  our  tongues, 
When  we  his  love  proclaim. 

2  'Twas  by  his  bidding  we  were  called, 

As  ministers,  to  part  ; 
'Tis  by  his  care  we  meet  again, 
And  gladness  fills  our  heart. 

3  Blest  be  the  hand  that  has  preserved 

Our  feet  from  every  snare  ; 
And  blest  the  goodness  of  the  Lord, 
Which  to  this  hour  we  share. 

4  0,  may  the  Spirit's  quickening  pow'r 

Now  sanctify  our  joy, 
And  warm  our  zeal  in  works  of  love, 
Our  talents  to  employ. 


1010 


M. 


Prayer  for  Unify.  C.  M. 

Lord,  in  thy  presence  here  we  meet: 
May  we  in  thee  be  found! 
0,  make  tho  place  divinely  sweet, 
And  let  thy  grace  abound. 


>£L 


2  With  harmony  thy  servants  bless, 

That  we  may  own  to  thee 
How  good,  how  sweet,  how  pleasant  'tis, 
When  brethren  all  agree. 

3  May  Zion's  good  be  kept  in  view, 

And  bless  oar  feeble  aim, 
That  all  we  undertake  to  do, 
May  glorify  thy  name. 


1011 


1012 


Prayer  for  Ministerial  Success.  M.  6s  &  4s. 

Oholy  Lord,  our  God, 
By  heavenly  hosts  ador'd, 

Hear  us,  we  pray : 
To  thee  the  cherubim, 
Angels  and  seraphim, 
Unceasing  praises  bring — 

Their  homage  pay. 
!  Lord,  give  thy  word  success ; 
And,  these  thy  servants  bless : 

Their  labors  own ; 
And,  while  the  sinner's  Friend, 
Their  life  and  words  commend, 
Thy  Holy  Spirit  send, 

And  make  them  known. 
\  May  every  passing  year 
More  happy  still  appear 

Than  this  glad  day ; 
Unite  our  hearts  in  love, 
Till,  raised  to  heaven  above, 
We  all  its  fullness  prove, 

And  praise  thee  there. 


Go,  Labor  On. 


L.M. 


Go,  labor  on !  spend  and  be  spent, 
And  strive  to  do  thy  Father's  will ; 
It  is  the  way  the  Master  went, 
Should  not  the  servant  tread  it  still  ? 


ELDERSHIP    HYMNS.  645  * 


2  Go,  labor  on,  while  it  is  day ! — 
The  long  dark  night  is  hastening  on : 
Speed,  speed  thy  work — up  from  thy  sloth; 
It  is  not  thus  that  souls  are  won. 

3  See  thousands  dying  at  thy  side, 

Your  brethren,  kindred,  friends  at  home; 
See  millions  perishing  afar ; 
Haste,  brethren,  to  the  rescue  come  ! 
4  Toil  on,  toil  on :  thou  soon  shalt  find 
For  labor,  rest ;  for  exile  home  ; 
Soon  shalt  thou  hear  the  bridegroom's  voice, 
The  midnight  cry,  "Behold,  I  come." 


1013 


Increase  of  Ministers  Desired.     S.  M. 
T  ord  of  the  harvest,  hear 
JJ  Thy  needy  servants'  cry ; 
Answer  our  faith's  effectual  pray'r, 
And  all  our  wants  supply. 

2  On  thee  we  humbly  wait : 
Our  wants  are  in  thy  view  ; 

The  harvest  truly,  Lord,  is  great : 
The  laborers  are  few. 

3  Raise  up,  and  send  forth  more 
Into  the  world  abroad, 

And  let  them  speak  thy  word  of  pow'r, 
As  workers  with  their  God. 

4  0,  let  them  spread  thy  name ; 
Their  mission  fully  prove  ; 

Thy  universal  grace  proclaim — 
thine  all-redeeming  love. 


1014 


Close  of  an  Eldership  Meeting.       II. M.  \ 

Go  forth  to  different  lands, 
Ye  messengers  of  heav'n  ; 
Scatter,  with  holy  hands, 
The  seed  so  freely  giv'ri; 
In  every  place,  'midst  every  clan, 
Proclaim  the  Saviour's  love  to  man. 


k. 


^646 


ELDERSHIP    HYMNS. 


i 


The  promises  invite 

Your  constant  toil  and  care  ; 
Make  ready  for  the  fight, 

The  cross  with  courage  bear; 
Millennial  scenes  of  radiant  hue 
Shall  soon  entrance  your  raptur'd  view. 

All  mortal  joys  despise  ; 
Immortal  spirits  win — 
;Tis  no  ignoble  prize, 

To  save  a  soul  from  sin  ; 
For  souls  the  Saviour  lived  and  died, 
This  labor's  worth  all  else  beside. 


11015 


Labors  in  the  Vineyard.  S.  M. 

\[ow,  brethren,  though  we  part, 
ii  And  to  our  homes  repair ; 
May  we  be  true,  and  joined  in  heart, 
Like  friends  of  Jesus  are. 

2  0  let  us  still  proceed 
In  Jesus'  work  below  ; 

And,  foil' wing  our  triumphant  Head, 
To  further  conquests  go. 

3  The  vineyard  of  the  Lord 
Before  his  laborers  lies  ; 

And  lo  !  we  see  the  vast  reward 
Which  waits  us  in  the  skies. 

4  0  let  our  heart  and  mind 
With  every  day  ascend, 

That  haven  of  repose  to  find, 
Where  all  our  labors  end. 

5  When  all  our  toils  are  o'er, 
Our  suff'ring  and  our  pain : 

We'll  meet  on  that  celestial  shore, 
And  never  part  again. 


ELDEKSII1P   HYMNS. 


647  s! 


1016 


1017 


Preachers  Sent  Forth.  S.  M. 

Ye  messengers  of  Christ, 
His  sovereign  voice  obey : 
Arise,  and  follow  where  he  leads, 

And  peace  attend  your  way. 

The  Master  whom  you  serve 

Will  needful  strength  bestow ; 
Depending  on  his  promised  aid, 

With  sacred  courage  go. 

Go,  spread  a  Saviour's  fame, 

And  tell  his  matchless  grace  ; 
Redemption  by  his  blood  proclaim 

To  Adam's  guilty  race. 

Mountains  shall  sink  to  plains, 

And  hell  in  vain  oppose ; 
The  cause  is  God's,  and  must  prevail, 

In  spite  of  all  his  foes. 


A  Blessing  Invoked.  L.  M. 

Indulgent  God  of  love  and  pow'r, 
Be  with  us  at  this  place,  and  hour ! 
Smile  on  our  souls  ;  our  plans  approve, 
By  which  we  seek  to  spread  thy  love. 
Let  each  discordant  thought  be  gone, 
And  love  unite  our  hearts  in  one : 
Let  all  we  have  and  are  combine 
To  forward  objects  so  divine. 
0,  may  we  feel  the  worth  of  souls, 
Be  men  of  God,  whom  grace  controls, 
Fight  the  good  fight,  and  win  the  crown, 
And  by  our  Father's  side  sit  down. 


1018 


Proclaiming  the  Gospel.  C.  M. 

Go,  and  the  Saviour's  grace  proclaim, 
Ye  messengers  of  God ; 
Go.  publish  in  Immanuel's  name. 
Salvation  through  his  blood. 


648 


ELDERSHIP    HYMNS. 


2  What  though  jour  arduous  track  may  lie 

Through  regions  dark  as  death ; 
What  though,  your  zeal  and  faith  to  try. 
Perils  beset  your  path? 

3  Still,  with  determined  courage,  go, 

And,  armed  with  power  divine, 
Your  God  will  needful  aid  bestow, 
And  on  your  labors  shine. 

!  He  who  has  called  you  to  the  war, 
Will  recompense  your  pains ; 
Before  Messiah's  conquering  car 
Mountains  shall  sink  to  plains. 

5  Shrink  not,  though  earth  and  hell  oppose, 
But  plead  your  Master's  cause; 
Xor  doubt  that  all  your  mighty  foes 
Shall  bow  before  his  cross. 


1019 


Closing  an  Eldership  Meeting.       L.  M. 

TTjTith  heav'nly  pow'r,  0  Lord,  defend 
t  T    Those  whom  we  now  to  thee  commend ; 
Their  persons  bless,  their  souls  secure, 
And  make  them  to  the  end  endure. 

2  Gird  them  with  all-sufficient  grace, 
Direct  their  feet  in  paths  of  peace; 
Thy  truth  and  faithfulness  fulfil, 
And  help  them  to  obey  thy  will. 

3  Before  them  thy  protection  send, 

0  love  them,  bless  them  to  the  end : 
Xor  let  them,  as  thy  pilgrims  rove. 
Without  the  convoy  of  thy  love. 

4  Enlarge,  inflame  and  fill  their  heart, 
Through  them  thy  mighty  power  exert; 
That  thousands  yet  unborn  may  praise 
The  wonders  of  redeeming  grace. 


CORNER    STONE    LAYING.  649 


CORNER  STONE  LAYING. 

\jZ\J  Christ  the  Foundation.  C.  M 

Behold  t^e  sure  Foundation-Stone, 
Which  God  in  Zion  lays, 
To  build  our  heav'nly  hopes  upon, 
And  his  eternal  praise. 

2  Chosen  of  God,  to  sinners  dear, 
And  saints  adore  the  name ; 

They  trust  their  whole  salvation  here, 
Nor  shall  they  suffer  shame. 

3  The  foolish  builders,  scribe  and  priest, 
Reject  it  with  disdain  ; 

Yet  on  this  Rock  the  church  shall  rest, 
And  envy  rage  in  vain. 

4  What  though  the  gates  of  hell  withstood, 
Yet  must  this  building  rise ; 

'Tis  thine  own  work,  almighty  God, 
And  wondrous  in  our  eyes. 


1021 


Foundation  of  the  Church.         L.  M. 

Tuou  great  Foundation  of  the  church, 
Our  hopes  repose  on  thee  alone ; 
We  rear  this  temple  to  thy  name, 
Thou  great,  thou  living  Corner-stone. 

2  Other  foundation  none  can  lay, 
Than  him,  who  did  for  sin  atone ; 
We  rest  our  all,  through  life — in  death, 
On  Zion's  mighty  Corner-stone. 

3  We  rest  on  thee,  till  that  great  day, 
When  thou  wilt  psoye  our  works,  And  own 
Thy  glory  as  our  only  aim, 
And  with  thyself  thy  temple  crown. 

* 


^650 


CORNER    STONE   LAYING. 


4  Arise,  0  Lord  of  hosts  !  and  come — 
|  Thou  and  the  ark  of  Israel's  might — 

Into  thy  rest ; — 0  Lord,  descend, 
$  And  fill  our  souls  with  pure  delight. 


1022 


The  Tokens  of  His  Grace.  L.  M. 

And  will  the  great  eternal  God 
On  earth  establish  his  abode  ? 
And  will  he,  from  his  radiant  throne, 
Accept  this  bethel  for  his  own? 

This  house  we  to  thy  honor  raise  ; 
Long  may  it  echo  with  thy  praise : 
And  thou,  descending,  fill  the  place 
With  choicest  tokens  of  thy  grace. 

Here  let  the  great  Redeemer  reign, 
With  all  the  graces  of  his  train ; 
While  power  divine  his  word  attends, 
To  conquer  foes,  and  cheer  his  friends. 

And  in  the  great  decisive  day, 
When  God  the  nations  shall  survey, 
May  it  before  the  world  appear 
That  crowds  were  born  to  glory  here. 


1023 


Christ  the  Living  Stone.  S.  M. 

See  what  a  Jiving  Stone 
The  builders  did  refuse  ! 
Yet  God  hath  built  his  church  thereon, 
In  spite  of  envious  Jews. 

The  scribe  and  angry  priest 

Reject  thy  only  Son: 
Yet  on  this  Rock  shall  Zion  rest, 

As  the  chief  Corner-Stone. 

Hosanna  to  the  King 

Of  David's  royal  blood ; 
Bless  him,  ye  saints  ;  he  comes  to  bring 

Salvation  from  your  God. 


DEDICATION    HYMNS.  651 

4      We  Mess  thy  holy  word, 
Which  all  this  grace  disp] 

And  offer  on  thine  altar,  Lord, 
Our  sacrifice  of  praise. 


DEDICATION  HYMNS. 


1024 


Dedication  of  a  Bethel  II.  M.  6,6,6,0,8,8. 

H  re  at  King  of  Glory,  come, 

IT  And  with  thy  favor  crown 

This  temple  as  thy  dome, 
This  people  as  thine  own : 
Beneath  this  roof,  0  deign  to  show 
How  God  can  dwell  with  men  below. 

Here  may  thine  ears  attend 
Our  interceding  cries, 

And  grateful  praise  ascend, 
Like  incense,  to  the  skies: 
Here  may  the  soul-converting  word 
With  faith  be  preachM,  in  faith  be  heard. 

Bere  may  the  list'ning  throng 

Receive  thy  truth  in  love  ; 
Here  christians  join  the  song 
Of  the  redeem'd  above  ; 
Till  all,  who  humbly  seek  thy  i 
Rejoice  in  thy  abounding  grace. 

Here  may  our  unborn  sons 

And  daughters  sound  thy  praise,  ,         j 
And  shine  like  polish 

Through  long  succeeding  days  ; 
Here,  Lord,  display  thy  s  .';•. 

While  temples  stand,  and  nun  adore. 


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DEDICATION    HYMNS. 


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1025 


A  Bethel  Dedication, 


L.M. 


This  bethel,  now,  eternal  God, 
We  come  to  dedicate  to  thee  ; 
0,  let  it  be  thy  fixed  abode, 
And  ever  kept  from  error  free. 

2  Here,  when  thy  people  seek  thy  face, 
And  dying  sinners  pray  to  live ; 

Hear  thou  in  heaven,  thy  dwelling  place, 
And  when  thou  hearest,  Lord,  forgive. 

3  Here,  when  thy  messengers  proclaim 
The  blessed  gospel  of  thy  Son, 

Still  by  the  pow'r  of  his  great  name, 
Be  mighty  signs  and  wonders  done. 

4  But  will,  indeed,  Jehovah  deign 
Here  to  abide,  no  transient  guest? 
Here,  will  our  great  Redeemer  reign, 
And  here,  the  Holy  Spirit  rest? 

5  Thy  glory  never  hence  depart : 

Yet  choose  not,  Lord,  this  house  alone ; 
Thy  kingdom  come  in  every  heart, — 
In  every  bosom  fix  thy  throne. 


1026 


Dedication  of  a  new  Bethel.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

Here  stands  another  bethel, — 
Now  finished  and  complete ; 
And  here  are  church  and  people, 

To  occupy  each  seat. 
How  pleasant  and  how  joyful, 

To  see  the  willing  crowd, 
Convened  before  Jehovah, 
And  in  his  presence  bow'd. 

Like  Solomon  and  Israel, 

We  dedicate  this  house, 
By  holy  acts  of  worship, — 

By  sacrifice  and  vows. 


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DEDICATION    HYMN 8.                  653     , 
_ 

May  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit, — 
The  God  we  love  and  Fear, 

Display  his  power  and  <rlory, 
And  greatly  bless  us  here. 

3  May  we  the  gospel's  power 

Here  often  realize; 
May  many  be  converted, 

And  fitted  for  the  skies. 
With  grace's  richest  pasture 

Thy  flock  here  often  feed ; 
And  may  this  house  in  glory 

The  former  one  exceed. 

4  Then  ministers  and  people 

"Will  always  love  to  meet, 
And  worship  in  this  temple 

Before  thy  mercy-seat. 
And  whilst  we  wait  together, 

On  consecrated  ground, 
0  may  our  souls  enraptured, 

For  glory  meet  be  found! 


1027 


Dedication  of  a  Bethel.  S.  M. 


ON  Bethel's  sacred  ground,  \ 

Great  God,  we  meet  to-day, 
To  dedicate  this  house  to  thee, 
To  preach,  and  sing,  and  pray. 

2  This  house  thy  church  has  rear'd 
In  honor  of  thy  name; 

0  may  it  stand  a  monument 
Of  our  Immanuel's  fane! 

3  The  birth-place  may  : 
Of  preoiou  I  tod  ; 

Thy  saints  here  sanctify,  through  grace, 
Thy  word  proclaim  abroad. 

k_^lL J 


0  654  DEDICATION    HYMNS. 


Thy  glory  here  make  known, 
Whene'er  thy  church  shall  meet, 
To  worship  in  this  holy  place, 
Around  thy  mercy-seat. 

And  when  our  days  are  past, 
And  we  from  earth  remove, 
0  may  we  in  thy  bosom  rest, — 
The  bosom  of  thy  love. 


1028 


Invoking  the  Spirit.  C.  M. 

Spirit  divine,  attend  our  pray'r, 
And  make  this  house  thy  home; 
Descend  with  all  thy  gracious  pow'r ; 

0  come,  great  Spirit,  come ! 
Come  as  the  light — to  us  reveal 

Thy  great  redeeming  love  ; 
And  lead  us  in  the  paths  of  life, 

"Which  lead  to  heaven  above. 
Come  as  a  fire — and  purge  our  hearts, 

Like  sacrificial  flame ; 
Let  every  soul  an  offering  be 

To  our  Redeemer's  name. 
Come  as  a  dove — and  spread  thy  wings, 

The  wings  of  peaceful  love, 
And  let  the  church  on  earth  become 

Blest  as  the  church  above. 

Dedication  of  a  Meeting  House.     C.  M. 

This  new  built  bethel  now  is  done, 
And  here  we  meet  to-day, 
To  dedicate  this  house  to  God, 
To  preach,  to  sing,  and  pray. 

Here  may  the  prayer  of  faith  prevail ; 

Here  may  the  gospel  run : 
And  every  true  believer  feel 

The  bliss  of  heaven  begun. 


DEDICATION    HYMNS. 


3  May  sinners  here  their  sins  renounce, 

And  yield  their  hearts  to  God — 
From  sin  and  hell  redemption  find, 
By  faith  in  Jesus'  blood. 

4  "Within  these  walls  let  holy  peace, 

And  love  and  concord  dwell ; 
Here  give  the  troubled  conscience  ease, 
The  wounded  spirit  heal. 

5  And  when  before  thee  we  appear, 

In  our  eternal  home, 
May  growing  numbers  worship  here, 
And  praise  thee  in  our  room." 


1030 


I 


Dedication  Hymn.  L.  M. 

Behold  thy  temple,  God  of  grace, 
The  house  that  we  have  rear'd  for  thee ; 
Regard  it  as  thy  resting  place, 
And  fill  it  with  thy  majesty. 

Now  by  thy  presence  sanctify 
This  earthly  sauctuary,  Lord ; 
And  to  its  courts  be  ever  nigh, 
And  here  thy  hallow'd  name  record. 

When  from  its  altar  shall  arise 
Joint  supplication  to  thy  name, 
Deign  to  accept  the  sacrifice ; 
Thyself  our  answ'ring  God  proclaim. 

When  here  thy  ministers  shall  stand, 
To  speak  what  thou  shalt  bid  them  say, 
Maintain  thy  cause  with  thine  own  hand, 
And  give  thy  truth  a  winning  way. 

Come,  DOW,  0  Lord,  our  Clod,  ariSe! 
In  this  thy  resting  place  appear, 
And  Let  thy  people's  Longing  eyes 
Behold  thee  fix  thy  dwelling  here. 

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NEW   YEAR   HYMNS. 


1031 


Within  thy  courts,  0  God,  to-day 
We  come  with  songs  of  joy  and  praise ! 
Accept  our  homage,  here,  we  pray, 

The  humble  tribute  which  we  raise ; 
And  let  the  blessings  of  thy  grace 
Descend,  and  consecrate  this  place. 

2  Thou,  who  of  old  didst  condescend, 

Between  the  cherubim  to  dwell, 
Such  tokens  of  thy  presence  send, 

That  future  ages  yet  may  tell 
The  wonders  of  thy  matchless  grace, 
Displayed  within  this  holy  place. 

3  We  built  this  house  with  toil  and  care ; 

But  vain  the  labors  of  our  hands, 
Except  thy  presence  meet  us  here — 

An  empty  monument  it  stands : 
0  let  the  visions  of  thy  face, 
Adorn  and  sanctify  this  place. 

4  Here,  by  thy  Spirit's  mighty  power, 

0  may  our  souls  be  often  stirr'd ! 
And  many  a  pentecostal  show'r 

Attend  the  preaching  of  thy  word; 
While  listening  throngs,  with  wonder  trace 
Thy  glories  in  this  sacred  place. 


NEW  YEAR  HYMNS. 

L\JOa)      Worship  on  New-Year  Day.        L.  M. 

Great  God,  we  sing  that  mighty  hand, 
By  which  supported  still  we  stand ; 
The  opening  year  thy  mercy  shows ; 
Let  mercy  crown  it  till  it  close. 


NEW   YEAR    HYMNS. 


"657  -.l 


2  By  day,  by  night,  at  home, abroad, 
Still  we  are  guarded  by  our  God; 
By  his  incessant  bounty  fed, 

By  his  unerring  counsel  led. 

3  With  grateful  hearts  the  past  we  own ; 
The  future — all  to  us  unknown — 

We  to  thy  guardian  care  commit 
And  peaceful  leave  before  thy  feet. 

4  In  scenes  exalted  or  depressed, 

Be  thou  our  joy  and  thou  our  rest; 
Thy  goodness  all  our  hope  shall  raise, 
Adored  through  all  our  changing  days. 


1033 


The  Fast-Revolving  Year.  C.  M. 

T)  em  ark,  my  soul,  the  narrow  bound 
Xt  Of  the  revolving  year; 
How  swift  the  weeks  complete  their  round  ! 
How  short  the  months  appear! 

2  So  fast  eternity  comes  on, 
And  that  important  day, 

When  all  that  mortal  life  has  done, 
God's  judgment  shall  survey. 

3  Yet,  like  an  idle  tale,  we  pass 
The  swift  revolving  year, 

And  study  artful  ways  t'  increase 
The  speed  of  its  career. 

4  Arrest,  0  Lord,  my  wand'ring  heart, 
.reat  concerns  to  see, 

That  I  may  act  the  christian  part, 

And  give  the  year  to  thee. 

5  S    shall  their  course  more  grateful  roll, 

If  future  years  arise  : 
Or  this  shall  bear  my  waiting  sou] 

To  joya  beyond  the  - 

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1 


®  658  NEW    YEAR   HYMNS. 


1034 


The  New  Year.     P.  M.  10,5,11,12,6,12. 

Come,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue — 
Roll  round  with  the  year, 
And  never  stand  still  till  the  Master  appear. 
His  adorable  will  let  us  gladly  fulfil, 

And  our  talents  improve 
By  the  patience  of  hope,  and  the  labors  of  love. 

2  Our  life  is  a  dream ;  our  time,  as  a  stream, 

Glides  swiftly  away, 
And  the  fugitive  moment  refuses  to  stay : 
The  arrow  is  flown  ;  the  moment  is  gone ; 

The  millenial  year 
Rushes  on  to  our  view — and  eternity's  near. 

3  0  that  each  in  the  day  of  his  coming  may  say : 

I  have  fought  my  way  through  ; 
I  have  finished  the  work  thou  didst  give  me  to  do. 
0  that  each  from  his  Lord  may  hear  the  glad  word : 

"  ^Ye\\  and  faithfully  done ; 
Enter  into  my  joy,  and  sit  down  on  my  throne." 


1035* 


Reflections  at  the  Close  of  the  Year.  C.  M. 

\[ow,  0  my  soul,  another  year 
IN    Of  thy  short  life  is  past ; — 
I  cannot  long  continue  here, 
And  this  may  be  my  last. 

2  Much  of  my  hasty  life  is  gone, 

Nor  will  return  again  ; 
And  swift  my  passing  moments  run — 
The  few  that  yet  remain. 

3  Behold,  another  year  begins ; — 

Set  out  afresh  for  heaven ; — 
Seek  pardon  for  thy  former  sins, 
In  Christ  so  freely  given. 


NEW    YEAR    HYMNS. 


4  Devoutly  yield  thyself  to  God, 
And  on  his  grace  depend  ; 
With  zeal  pursue  the  heavenly  road, 
Nor  doubt  a  happy  end. 

lUoD  The  New  Year. 

While  with  ceaseless  course  the  sun 
Hasted  through  the  former  year, 
Many  souls  their  race  have  run, 
Never  more  to  meet  us  here  ; 
Fixed  in  their  eternal  state, 

They  have  done  with  all  below  ; 
We  a  little  longer  wait, 

But  how  little  none  can  know. 

2  As  the  winged  arrow  flies 

Speedily  the  mark  to  find  ; 
As  the  lightning  from  the  skies 

Darts,  and  leaves  no  trace  behind  : 
Swiftly  thus  our  fleeting  days 

Bear  us  down  life's  rapid  stream ; 
Upward,  Lord,  our  spirits  raise ; 

All  bolow  is  but  a  dream. 

3  Thanks  for  mercies  past  receive, 

Pardon  of  our  sins  renew  ; 
Teach  us  henceforth  how  to  live, 

With  eternity  in  view. 
Bless  thy  word  to  young  and  old, 

Fill  us  with  a  Saviour's  love  : 
And  when  life's  short  tale  is  told, 

May  we  dwell  with  thee  above. 


1037 


The  New  and  Flying  Year,         L.  M. 

"Dapid  my  days  and  months  run  on; 
*\>  How  soon  another  year  is  g 
How  swift  my  golden  moments  roll, 
How  much  neglected  by  my  ><>ul! 


660 


NEW    YEAR   HYMNS. 


2  Let  me  begin,  with  holy  fear, 
This  new,  this  fleeting,  flying  year ; 
Too  many  unimproved  have  pass'd, 
This  year,  perhaps,  may  be  my  last. 

3  I  ask  new  wisdom  for  this  year, 
New  fitness  for  my  trials  here ; 
Of  every  grace  a  richer  store, 
Mv  God  to  love  and  honor  more. 


1038 


A  New  Year  Hymn. 
o  !  another  year  is  gone ! 


M. 


Quickly  have  the  seasons  pass'd; 
This  we  enter  now  upon 

Will  to  many  prove  the  last. 
Mercy  hitherto  has  spar'd  ; 

But  have  mercies  been  improved  ? 
Let  us  ask :  Am  I  prepared, 

Should  I  be  this  year  remov7d  ? 

2  Some,  we  now  no  longer  see, 

Who  their  mortal  race  have  run, 
Seem'd  as  fair  for  life  as  we, 

When  the  former  year  begun: 
Some — but  who,  God  only  knows — 

That  are  here  assembled  now, 
Ere  the  present  year  shall  close, 

To  the  stroke  of  death  must  bow. 

3  If  from  guilt  and  sin  set  free, 

By  the  knowledge  of  thy  grace  ; 
Welcome  then  the  call  will  be, 

To  depart  and  see  thy  face. 
To  thy  saints,  while  here  below, 

With  new  years  new  mercies  came ; 
But  the  happiest  year  they  know, 

Is  their  last,  which  leads  them  home. 


THE 


"667s 


THE  SEASONS. 

[[JOO     God  in  the  Seasons.     II.  M.  6,0,6,6,8,8. 

Lord  of  the  worlds  below, 
On  earth  thy  glories  shine  ; 
The  changing  seasons  show 
Thy  skill  and  power  divine: 
In  all  we  see,  a  God  appears ; 
The  rolling  years  are  full  of  thee. 

i 

2  Forth  in  the  flowery  spring, 

"We  see  thy  beauty  move ; 
The  birds,  on  branches,  sing 
Thy  tenderness  and  love : 
Wide  flush  the  hills ;  the  air  is  balm ; 
Devotion's  calm  our  bosom  fills. 

3  Then  come,  in  robes  of  light, 

The  summer's  flaming  days, 
When  harvests  bless  the  Bight, 

And  crown  thy  love  with  praise : 
And  oft  thy  voice  in  thunder  rolls; 
Yet  still  our  souls  in  thee  rejoice. 

4  In  autumn,  too,  a  feast 

Thy  common  bounty  gives, 
To  man,  and  bird,  and  beast, 

And  every  thing  that  lives : 
Thy  watchful  care,  and  plenteous  good, 
Our  voices  should,  in  love,  declare. 

5  In  winter,  awful  thou  I 

With  storms  around  thee  C 
The  leafless  forests  how 
Beneath  thy  northern  blast: 
While  tempests  lower,  to  thee,  dread  King, 
We  homage  bring,  and  own  thy  poVr. 

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662  THE   SEASONS. 


1U4U  The  Seasons.  C.  M. 

With  songs  and  honors  sounding  loud, 
Address  the  Lord  on  high ; 
O'er  all  the  heavens  he  spreads  his  cloud, 
And  waters  vail  the  sky. 

2  He  sends  his  showers  of  blessings  down, 

To  cheer  the  plains  below; 
He  makes  the  grass  the  mountains  crown, 
And  corn  in  valleys  grow. 

3  His  steady  counsels  change  the  face 

Of  each  declining  year  ; 
He  bids  the  sun  cut  short  his  race, 
And  wintry  days  appear. 

4  On  us  his  providence  has  shone, 

With  gentle,  smiling  rays  ; 
0,  may  our  lips  and  lives  make  known 
His  goodness  and  his  praise. 


1041 


Spring.  C.  M. 

When  brighter  suns  and  milder  skies, 
Proclaim  the  opening  year, 
What  various  sounds  of  joy  arise ! 
What  prospects  bright  appear ! 

2  Earth  and  her  thousand  voices  give 

Their  thousand  notes  of  praise  ; 
And  all,  that  by  his  mercy  live, 
To  God  their  offering  raise. 

3  The  streams,  all  beautiful  and  bright, 

Reflect  the  morning  sky ; 
And  there,  with  music  in  his  flight, 
The  wild  bird  soars  on  high. 

4  Thus,  like  the  morning,  calm  and  clear, 

That  saw  the  Saviour  rise, 
The  spring  of  heaven's  eternal  year 
Shall  dawn  on  earth  and  skies. 


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THE   SEASONS. 


663 


5  No  winter  there,  no  shades  of  night 
Obscure  those  mansions  blest, 
Where,  in  the  happy  fields  of  light, 
The  weary  are  at  rest. 


1042 


Spring  Time.  C.  M 

At  length  the  wished-for  spring  has  come : 
How  altered  is  the  scene ! 
The  trees  and  shrubs  are  drest  in  bloom, 
The  earth  arrayed  in  green. 

0  let  my  inmost  soul  confess, 

With  grateful  joy  and  love, 
The  bounteous  hand  that  deigns  to  bless 

The  garden,  field,  and  grove ! 

Inspired  to  praise,  my  heart  would  join 

Glad  nature's  cheerful  song  ; 
While  love  and  gratitude  combine 

To  tune  my  joyful  tongue. 

My  faith  exults,  that  yet  the  spring 

Of  righteousness  and  praise 
Our  gracious  God  will  surely  bring, 

And  in  all  nations  raise. 


1043 


Winter. 


CM. 


Stern*  winter  throws  his  icy  chains, 
Encircling  nature  'round ; 
Haw  bleak,  how  comfortless  the  plains 
Late  with  gay  verdure  crown'd! 

2  The  sun  withdraws  his  vital  beams, 
And  light  and  warmth  depart; 
And  drooping,  lifeless  nature  - 
An  emblem  of  my  heart. 

am,  0  blissful  Sun.  and  bring 
Thy  BOul-reTiving  ray: 
This  memtaJ  winter  shall  be  spring, 

This  darkness  turn  to  day. 


1  664  THE   SEASONS. 


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4  0  happy  state  !  divine  abode  ! 

Where  spring  eternal  reigns. 
And  perfect  day,  the  smile  of  God, 
Fills  all  the  heav'nly  plains. 

5  Great  Source  of  light,  thy  beams  display, 

My  drooping  joys  restore  ! 
And  guide  me  to  the  seats  of  day, 
Where  winter  frowns  no  more. 


1044 


Summer  Morning :    P.  M.  7,6,8,6,8,6,8,6. 

How  beautiful  the  morning, 
When  summer  days  are  long! 
0  we  will  rise  betime,  and  hear 

The  wild-bird's  happy  song; — 
For  when  the  sun  pours  down  his  ray, 

The  bird  will  cease  to  sing; 
She'll  seek  the  cool  and  silent  shade, 
And  sit  with  folded  wing. 

Up  in  the  morning  early ! — 

'Tis  nature's  gayest  hour ; 
While  pearls  of  dew  aclorn  the  grass, 

And  fragrance  fills  each  flow'r; — 
Up  then  in  the  morning  early ! 

And  we  will  bound  abroad, 
And  fill  our  hearts  with  melody, 

And  raise  our  songs  to  God. 


1045 


CS=£v^wvw^v* 


Autumn.  CM. 

"YTow*  let  us  raise  our  voices  high, 
IN  And  bless  the  liberal  hand 
Of  him,  who  rules  above  the  sky, 
And  smiles  upon  the  land. 

He  gives  us  fruitful  trees  and  fields, — 

The  autumn's  ample  store ; 
With  all  the  comforts  nature  yields, 

To  bless  both  rich  and  poor. 


OLD   AGE.  665^ 

3  But  autumn  does  not  lessons  teach 
Of  gratitude  alone: 

It  brings  its  warning  voice  to  reach 
Our  hearts,  so  thoughtless  grown. 

4  It  warns  us,  by  each  chilly  eve, 
And  every  shortening  day, — 

By  every  fading,  dropping  leaf, — 
We,  too,  must  pass  away. 

5  May  holy  love  and  fear  combine, 
Our  conduct  to  control ; 

And  rich  supplies  of  grace  divine, 
Renew  and  save  each  soul. 


OLD  AGE. 


1046 


Prayer  of  the  Aged.  C.  M. 

ETERNAL  God,  enthroned  on  high, 
Whom  angel  hosts  adore — 
Who  yet  to  suppliant  dust  art  nigh; 
Thy  presence  I  implore. 

2  0,  guide  me  down  the  steep  of  age, 

And  keep  my  passions  cool ; 
Teach  me  to  scan  the  sacred  page, 
And  practise  every  rule. 

3  My  flying  years  time  urges  on  ; 

What's  human  must  decay: 
My  friends,  my  young  companions  gone, 
Can  I  expect  to  stay? 

4  All.  do!  then  smooth  the  mortal  hour; 

On  thee  my  hope  depends  ; 

me  with  almighty  pow*r, 

While  dust  to  dust  d 

21  >• 


666  OLD   AGE.  ®\ 


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1047 


The  Aged  Pilgrim.  C.  P,  M. 

Thy  mercy  heard  my  infant  pray'r ; 
Thy  love,  with  kind,  paternal  care, 
Sustained  my  childish  days: 
Thy  goodness  watch' d  my  ripening  youth, 
And  form'd  my  heart  to  love  thy  truth, 
And  filPd  my  lips  with  praise. 

2  And  now,  in  age  and  grief,  thy  name 
Doth  still  my  languid  heart  inflame, 

An  d  bow  my  faltering  knee : 
0,  yes  !  this  bosom  feels  the  fire  ; 
This  trembling  hand  and  drooping  lyre 

Have  yet  a  strain  for  thee  ! 

3  Yes:  broken,  tuneless,  still,  0  Lord, 
This  voice,  transported,  shall  record 

Thy  goodness,  tried  so  long  ; 
Till,  sinking  slow,  with  calm  decay, 
Its  feeble  murmurs  melt  away 

Into  a  seraph's  song. 


1048 


The  Aged  Christian.  C.  M. 

God  of  my  childhood  and  my  youth, 
The  guide  of  all  my  days, 
I  have  declared  thy  heavenly  truth, 
And  told  thy  wondrous  ways. 

2  When  once  it  enters  to  the  mind, 

It  spreads  such  light  abroad, 
The  meanest  souls  instruction  find, 
And  raise  their  thoughts  to  God. 

3  Thy  word  is  everlasting  truth  ; 

How  pure  is  every  page ! 
That  holy  book  shall  guide  our  youth, 
And  well  support  our  age. 


TIME.  667^ 


1049 


Our  Fathers—  Where  are  they  ?       S.  M. 

How  swift  the  torrent  rolls 
That  bears  us  to  the  sea ; 
The  tide  that  hurries  thoughtless  souls 
To  vast  eternity  I 

2  Our  fathers — where  arc  they, 
With  all  they  call'd  their  own  ? 

Their  joys  and  griefs,  and  hopes  and  cares, 
And  wealth  and  honor,  gone. 

3  God  of  our  fathers,  hear, 
Thou  everlasting  Friend! 

While  we,  as  on  life's  utmost  verge, 
Our  souls  to  thee  commend. 

4  Of  all  the  pious  dead 

May  we  their  footsteps  trace. 
Till  with  them,  in  the  land  of  light, 
We  dwell  before  thy  face. 


TIME. 

1050 


Importance  of  Time.  L.  M. 

Otime!  how  few  thy  value  weigh! 
How  few  will  estimate  a  day  ! 
Days,  months  and  years  are  rolling  on, 
The  soul  neglected  and  undone. 

2  In  painful  cares,  in  empty  joys, 
Our  life  its  precious  hoars  destroys; 
While  death  stands  watching  at  our  side, 
Eager  to  stop  the  living  tide 

3  Was  it  for  this,  ye  mortal  race, 
Your  Maker  gave  you  here  a  place? 
Was  it  for  this  his  thoughts  de8ign'd 
The  frame  of  your  immortal  mind? 

to 


F&&8 


TIME. 


4  For  nobler  cares,  for  joys  sublime, 
He  fashioned  all  the  sons  of  time ; 
Then  let  us  every  day  give  heed, 
That  we  his  servants  be  indeed. 


1051 


Time  is  Short.  C.  M. 

UTHhe  time  is  short!"  the  season  near, 

1  When  death  will  us  remove, 
To  leave  our  friends,  however  dear, 

And  all  we  fondly  love. 
"The  time  is  short!"  sinners,  beware, 

Nor  trifle  time  away  ; 
The  word  of  your  salvation  hear, 

While  it  is  calPd  to-day. 
"  The  time  is  short !"  ye  rebels,  now 

To  Christ,  the  Lord,  submit; 
To  mercy's  golden  sceptre  bow, 

And  yield  at  Jesus'  feet. 
"  The  time  is  short!"  ye  saints,  rejoice, 

The  Lord  will  quickly  come; 
Soon  shall  you  hear  the  Bridegroom's  voice, 

To  call  you  to  your  home. 
"The  time  is  short!"  it  swiftly  flies  ; 

The  hour  is  just  at  hand, 
When  we  shall  mount  above  the  skies, 

And  reach  the  wished-for  land. 


l\joZ  The  Flight  of  Time. 

Time,  like  an  ever-rolling  stream, 
Bears  all  its  sons  away ; 
They  fly,  forgotten,  as  a  dream 
Dies  at  the  opening  day. 

2  Time  hasteth,  as  a  post,  away, 
Or,  like  an  arrow  flies ; 
The  flower  that  brightly  blooms  to-day, 
To-morrow  droops  and  dies. 


CM. 


M 


Kin.  669 G! 

3  The  busy  tribes  of  flesh  and  blood, 

With  all  their  cares  and  fears, 

Are  carried  downward  by  the  flood,. 
And  lost  in  following  years. 

4  "The  time  is  short !"  the  moment  near, 

When  we  shall  dwell  above, 
And  be  forever  happy  there, 
With  Jesus,  whom  we  love. 


1053 


Time  Fleeting*.    P.  M.  7,6,7,6,7,7,7,6. 

Time  is  winging  us  away 
To  our  eternal  home  ; 
Life  is  but  a  winter's  day, 
A  journey  to  the  tomb: 
Youth  and  vigor  soon  will  flee, 

Blooming  beauty  lose  its  charms  ; 
All  that's  mortal  soon  will  be 
Enclosed  in  death's  cold  arms. 

2  Time  is  winging  us  away 

To  our  eternal  home  ; 
Life  is  but  a  winter's  day, 

A  journey  to  the  tomb: 
But  the  christian  shall  enjoy 

Health  and  beauty  soon  above ; 
Far  beyond  the  world's  alio}', 

Secure  in  Jesus'  love. 


1054 


Shortness  of  Time.  M. 

Swift  the  moments  fly  away — 
First  the  hour  and  then  the  day, 
Next  the  week,  the  month,  the  ;. 
Steal  away,  and  disappear. 

Time  is  over  on  the  wing, 
While  I  speak,  or  think,  or  sing! 
Whether  working  or  at  play, 
Time'  is  rolling  fast  away! 


TIME. 

3  Think,  my  soul !  awake  and  see 
What  will  soon  become  of  thee ! 
Whither  tending,  canst  thou  tell, — 

•  Up  to  heaven,  or  down  to  hell? 

4  Jesus,  I  would  humbly  pray, 
Guide  and  keep  me  in  the  way ; 
Every  gift  and  grace  bestow  ; 
Wean  my  heart  from  things  below. 

WDo  The  Bay  of  Grace.  L.  M. 

Life  is  the  time  to  serve  the  Lord, 
The  time  t;  insure  the  great  reward, 
And  while  the  lamp  holds  out  to  burn, 
0  hasten,  sinner,  to  return! 

2  Life  is  the  hour  that  God  has  giv'n 
To  ' scape  from  hell  and  fly  to  heav'n, 
The  day  of  grace,  when  mortals  may 
Secure  the  blessings  of  the  day. 

3  The  living  know  that  they  must  die, 
Beneath  the  clods  their  dust  will  lie ; 
They'll  have  no  share  in  all  that's  done 
Beneath  the  circle  of  the  sun. 

4  Then  what  my  thoughts  design  to  do, 
My  hands,  with  all  your  might  pursue: 
Since  no  device  nor  work  is  found, 

Nor  faith  nor  hope,  beneath  the  ground. 

5  There  are  no  acts  of  pardon  passed 
In  the  cold  grave  to  which  we  haste ; 

,    0  may  we  all  receive  thy  grace, 
And  see  with  joy  thy  smiling  face. 

1055  Shortness  of  Life.  C.  M. 

Time — what  an  empty  vapor  'tis! 
And  days — how  swift  they  are ! 
Swift  as  an  Indian  arrow  flies, 
Or  like  a  shooting  star. 


SICK-BED    DEVOTIONS. 


671 


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2  Our  life  La  ever  on  the  wing, 

And  death  is  ever  niigh  ; 
The  momenta  when  our  Li 
We  all  begin  to  die. 

3  Yet,  mighty  God,  our  fleeting  days 

Thy  lasting  favors  share ; 
Yet  with  the  bounties  of  thy  grace 
Thou  load'st  the  rolling  year. 


SICK-BED  DEVOTIONS. 


1057 


The  Saint's  Glorious  Hope. 

Whex  languor  and  disease  invade 
This  trembling  house  of  clay, 
;Tis  sweet  to  look  beyond  my  pains, 
And  long  to  fly  away  : 

Sweet  to  rejoice  in  lively  hope, 
That  when  my  change  shall  come, 

>la  will  lmver  'round  my  bed, 
And  waft  my  spirit  home. 

There  shall  my  disembodied  soul 

View  Jesus,  and  adore  ; 
Be  with  his  likeness  satisfied, 

And  grieve  and  sin  no  more : 

Shall  see  him' wear  that  very  f 
On  which  my  guilt  was  lain  ; 

His  love  intense,  his  merit  fir 
Aj  though  but  newly  slain. 

0  may  the  unction  of  these  truths 

with  ni<'  ^r 
Till  from  her  sinful  c  iss'd 

My  spirit  1^;''>  away. 


C.  M. 


672 


SICK-BED   DEVOTIONS. 


1058 


Sick- Bed  Hymn. 


CM. 


Diseases  are  thy  servants,  Lord ; 
They  come  at  thy  command ; 
Til  not  attempt  a  murm'ring  word 
Against  thy  chastening  hand. 

2  I'm  but  a  sojourner  below, 

As  all  my  fathers  were ; 
May  I  be  well  prepared  to  go, 
When  I  the  summons  hear. 

3  But  if  my  life  be  spared  awhile, 

Before  my  last  remove, 
Thy  praise  shall  be  my  business  still, 
And  I'll  declare  thy  love. 


Pleading  for  Mercy  in  Affliction.    L.  M. 

Cut  me  not  off,  almighty  Lord, 
But  use  the  rod,  and  not  the  sword : 
Unneeded  pain  thou  canst  not  give, 
Nor  without  cause  thy  children  grieve. 

2  Though  sorrow  break  this  wretched  heart, 
And  pain  the  soul  and  body  part, 

0  suffer  not  my  soul  to  be 

One  moment  separate  from  thee. 

3  And  now,  in  kind  compassion,  show 
What  means  this  providential  blow ; 
That  here  I  may  thy  mercy  see, 
And  all  the  good  designed  for  me. 


1060 


Sanctified  Affliction.  C.  M. 

Glory  to  thee,  thou  righteous  God ! 
Righteous,  yet  kind  to  me  : 
For  under  thy  paternal  rod, 
Paternal  love  I  see. 


SICK-BED    DEVOTIONS.  673 

2  Though  humbled  in  the  lowest  deep, 

Thy  gracious  hand  I  bless ; 
And,  thinking  of  thy  love,  I  weep 
For  my  unfaithfulness. 

3  Thou  dost  in  tenderness  chastise, 

And  graciously  reprove : 
31  v  Father! — all  within  me  cries, 
Thy  ways  are  truth  and  love. 


1061 


Sickness  and  Recovery.  C.  M. 

My  God,  thy  service  well  demands 
The  remnant  of  my  days  ; 
Why  was  this  fleeting  breath  renewed, 
But  to  renew  thy  praise? 

2  Thine  arms  of  everlasting  love 

Did  this  weak  frame  sustain, 
When  life  was  hovering  o'er  the  grave, 
And  nature  sunk  with  pain. 

3  Back  from  the  borders  of  the  grave, 

At  thy  command  I  come; 
X<>r  will  I  ask  a  speedier  flight 
To  my  celestial  home. 

4  Whore  thou  appointest  mine  abode, 

There  would  I  choose  to  be  : 
For,  in  thy  presence  death  is  life, 
And  earth  is  heaven  with  thee. 


The  Soul's  Only  Refuge.  S.  M. 

Thou  refuge  of  my  soul, 
On  thee,  when  sorrows  pi 
On  thee,  when  waves  of  trouble  roll, 
My  feinting  hope  relies. 

bee  I  tell  mv  grief, 

For  thou  alone  canst  heal ; 
Thy  word  can  bring  lief 

For  every  pain  I  feel. 
2E  43 


SICK-BED   DEVOTIONS. 


But,  0,  when  doubts  prevail, 
I  fear  to  call  thee  mine ; 
The  springs  of  comfort  seem  to  fail, 
And  all  my  hopes  decline. 

Yet,  Lord,  where  shall  I  flee  ? 
Thou  art  my  only  trust: 
And  still  my  soul  would  cleave  to  thee, 
Though  prostrate  in  the  dust. 


Acknowledgment  of  Mercy,  S.  M. 

0  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 
Let  all  within  me  join, 
And  aid  my  tongue  to  bless  his  name, 
Whose  favors  are  divine. 

0  bless  the  Lord,  my  soul ! 
Nor  let  his  mercies  lie 
Forgotten  in  unthankfulness, 
And  without  praises  die. 

;Tis  he  forgives  thy  sins, 
;Tis  he  relieves  thy  pain; 
;Tis  he  who  heals  thy  sicknesses, 
And  gives  thee  strength  again. 

He  crowns  thy  life  with  love, 
When  ransomed  from  the  grave : 
He  who  redeemed  my  soul  from  hell, 
Hath  sovereign  power  to  save. 


1064 


The  River  of  Redeeming  Love.       0.  M. 

Sweet  rivers  of  redeeming  love, 
Lie  just  before  mine  eye; 
Had  I  the  pinions  of  a  dove, 
Fd  to  those  rivers  fly  : 

2  Fd  rise  superior  to  my  pain, 
With  joy  outstrip  the  wind  : 
I'd  cross  bold  Jordan's  stormy  main, 
And  leave  the  world  behind. 


W 


S" 


SICK-BED   DEVOTIONS.  075    ® 

3  A  few  more  days,  or  years  at  most, 

My  troubles  ^ill  be  o'er: 
I  then  .shall  join  the  heavenly  host, 
On  Canaan's  happy  shore. 

4  My  rapturous  soul  shall  drink  and  feast 

In  love's  unbounded  sea ; 
This  glorious  hope  of  endless  rest 
Is  now  transporting  me. 

Celestial  Prospects.  C.  M. 

weet  glories  rush  upon  my  sight, 
And  charm  my  wondering  eyes  ; 
The  regions  of  immortal  light, 
The  beauties  of  the  skies. 
How  long,  dear  Saviour,  0  how  long 

Have  I  on  earth  to  stay  ? 
Roll  on,  roll  on,  ye  wheels  of  time, 
And  bring  the  jjromised  dag. 

2  All  hail!  ye  fair  celestial  shores, 
Ye  lands  of  endless  day  ! 

Swift  on  my  view  your  prospect  pours, 
And  drives  my  griefs  away. 

How  long,  dear  Saviour,  dec. 

3  There's  a  delightful  clearness  now, — 
My  clouds  of  doubt  are  gone ; 

Fled  is  my  former  darkness  too, — 
My  fears  are  all  withdrawn. 

How  long,  dear  Saviour,  <{V. 

4  Short  is  the  passage — short  the  space 
Between  my  home  and  me ; 

There!  there  behold  the  radiant  place! 
How  near  the  mansions  !>•'. 

//  <"•  long,  <l  fir  Saviour,  i 

5  Immortal  wonders !  boundless  things 
Iii  those  dear  worlds  appear] 

Prepare  me<  Lord,  to  stretch  my  wings, 
And  in  those  glories  share. 

How  long,  dec  ".  <£c. 


676      FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 


1066 


It  is  Well.— -2  Kings  4:  26.  C.  M. 

It  shall  be  well,  let  sinners  know, 
With  those  who  love  the  Lord ; 
His  saints  have  always  found  it  so, 

When  resting  on  his  word. 
Peace,  then,  ye  chastened  sons  of  God; 

Why  let  your  sorrows  swell  ? 
Wisdom  directs  your  Father's  rod, 

His  word  says,  it  is  well. 
Though  you  may  trials  sharp  endure, 

From  sin,  or  death,  or  hell ; 
Your  heavenly  Father's  love  is  sure, 

And  therefore,  it  is  well. 
Soon  will  your  sorrows  all  be  o'er, 

And  you  shall  sweetly  tell, 
On  Canaan's  calm  and  pleasant  shore, 

That  all  at  last  is  well. 


FKAILTY,  SICKNESS  AND  DEATH. 

lUD  I  Brevity  oj  Life.  C.  M. 

Our  days,  alas  !  our  mortal  days 
Are  short  and  wretched  too ; 
"Evil  and  few,"  the  patriarch  says, 
And  well  the  patriarch  knew. 

2  ;Tis  but  at  best  a  narrow  bound, 

That  heav'n  allows  to  men ; 
And  pains  and  sins  run  thro'  the  round 
Of  three  score  years  and  ten. 

3  Well,  if  ye  must  be  sad  and  few, 

Run  on,  my  days,  in  haste ; 
Moments  of  sin,  and  months  of  woe, 
Ye  cannot  flow  too  fast. 


FRAILTY,  SICK XI BBS    AM)    DKATII.     6  ♦  7' 

4  Let  heavenly  love  prepare  my  soul, 
And  call  her  to  the  skies, 
Where  years  of  long  salvation  roll, 
And  glory  never  dies. 


1068 


i 


Our  Frailty.  C.  M. 

How  short  and  hasty  is  our  life! 
How  vast  our  souPs  affairs ! 
Yet  senseless  mortals  vainly  strive 
To  lavish  out  their  years. 

2  Our  days  run  thoughtlessly  along, 

Without  a  moment's  stay ; 
Just  like  a  story  or  a  song, 
We  pass  our  lives  away. 

3  God  from  on  high  invites  us  home, 

But  we  march  heedless  on, 

And  ever  hastening  to  the  tomb, 

Stoop  downward  as  we  run. 

4  Draw  us,  0  God,  with  sovereign  grace, 

And  lift  our  thoughts  on  high ; 
That  we  may  end  this  mortal  race, 
And  see  salvation  nigh. 


1069 


^ 


God  our  Preserver.  C.  M 

Let  others  boast  how  strong  they  be, 
Xur  death  nor  danger  fear ; 
But  we'll  confess,  0  Lord,  to  thee, 
What  feeble  things  we  are. 

2  Fresh  as  the  grass  our  bodies  stand, 

And  flourish  bright  and  gaj  : 
A  blasting  wind  sweeps  o'er  the  land, 
And  fades  the  grass  awaj. 

3  Our  lift  contains  a  thousand  springs, 

And  dies  if  <-nc  be  gone; 
Strange,  thai  i  harp  of  thousand  strings 

Should  keep  in  tune  so  long! 
2B* 


P678     FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 

i         4  But  'tis  our  God  supports  our  frame, 
|  Our  God  and  Maker  just; 

Salvation  to  th'  almighty  name 
That  reared  us  from  the  dust. 

\        5  While  we  have  breath,  or  use  our  tongues, 
Our  Maker  we'll  adore ; 
His  Spirit  moves  our  heaving  lungs, 
Or  they  would  breathe  no  more. 


1070 


Value  of  a  Moment.  L.  M. 

At  every  motion  of  our  breath, 
Life  trembles  on  the  brink  of  death; 
A  taper's  flame  that  upward  turns, 
While  downward  to  the  dust  it  burns. 

2  Moment  by  moment  years  are  past, 
And  one  ere  long  will  be  our  last; 
There  is  a  point  no  eyes  can  see, 
Yet  on  it  hangs  eternity. 

3  This  is  that  moment — who  shall  tell, 
Whether  it  leads  to  heaven  or  hell  ? 
This  is  that  moment — as  we  choose, 
Th'  immortal  soul  we  save,  or  lose. 

4  Time  past  and  time  to  come  are  not, — 
Time  present  is  our  only  lot ; 

0  God !  henceforth  our  hearts  incline, 
To  seek  no  other  love  than  thine. 


1071 


Sickness  and  Death.  L.  M. 

My  soul,  thy  minutes  haste  away ! 
Apace  comes  on  the  final  day, 
When  in  the  arms  of  icy  death, 
I  must  give  up  my  vital  breath. 

2  When  all  the  springs  of  life  are  low, 
The  spirits  faint,  the  pulses  slow, 
The  eyes  grow  dim,  and  short  the  breath, 
Presages  of  approaching  death. 


FRAILTY,  SICKNESS    AND    DEATH. 


3  0  come,  my  soul*  *he  matter  weigh! 

How  wilt  thou  leave  thy  kindred  ch\y? 
And  how  the  unknown  region  try, 
And  launch  into  eternity  '! 

4  Cleanse  me,  0  God,  with  blood  divine  ; 
Renew  my  heart  and  make  me  thine; 
Th'en  when  th'  important  hour  shall  come, 
My  soul  shall  triumph  o'er  the  tomb. 


1072 


Serious  Thoughts  under  Affliction.    C.  M. 

My  life  declines,  my  strength  is  gone, 
Disease  and  pains  prevail  : 
Death  threatens  to  arrest  me  soon, 
My  heart  and  flesh  do  fail. 

2  Soon  I  must  leave  this  body  here, 

Soon  must  my  soul  away ; 
0  awful  thought!  my  soul,  prepare 
For  that  tremendous  day  ! 

3  But  how  shall  I  prepare  my  heart, 

Eternal  life  to  gain  ? 
Jesus,  thy  grace,  thy  strength  impart, 
For  all  I  do  is  vain. 

4  Itencw'd  and  justified  by  grace, 

Complete  I  then  shall  stand 

Before  th'  almighty  Father's  face, 

When  he'll  my  life  demand. 


1073 


The  Parent's  Prayer.  C.  M. 

J.  great  healer  of  mankind, 
Who  dost  our  Borrows  bear, 
Let  an  afflicted  parent  find 
An  answer  to  his  pray'r. 

'1  T  look  for  help  in  thee  alone, 
To  tl for  Bufooi  fly: 

Come  down,  and  heal  my  darling  child. 
Now  at  the  point  to 


680        FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 

3  Jesus,  if  thou  pronounce  the  word, 

The  gracious  answer  give, 
My  dying  child  shall  be  restored, 
And  to  thy  glory  live. 

4  0,  spare  the  parent  in  the  child ! 

Restore  it,  Lord,  to  me ; 
My  heart  the  miracle  shall  own, 
And  give  it  back  to  thee. 


1074 


Life  Passing  Away.         M.  7s  &  6s. 

As  flows  the  rapid  river, 
With  channel  broad  and  free, 
Its  waters  rippling  ever, 

And  hasting  to  the  sea ; 
So  life  is  onward  flowing, 

And  days  of  offered  peace, 
And  man  is  swiftly  going 
Where  calls  of  mercy  cease. 

As  moons  are  ever  waning, 

As  hastes  the  sun  away, 
As  stormy  winds,  complainiug, 

Bring  on  the  wintry  day ; 
So  fast  the  night  comes  o'er  us — 

The  darkness  of  the  grave  ; 
And  death  is  just  before  us  ; 

God  takes  the  life  he  gave. 

Say,  hath  thy  heart  its  treasure 

Laid  up  in  worlds  above  ? 
And  is  it  all  thy  pleasure 

Thy  God  to  praise  and  love  ? 
Beware,  lest  death's  dark  river 

Its  billows  o'er  thee  roll, 
And  thou  lament  forever 

The  ruin  of  thy  soul. 


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FRAILTY,  SICKNESS    AM)    DEATH.    681  j 


1075 


Ju  adiness  for  Death.  C.  M. 

My  Father  calls  me  to  bis  arms 
And  willingly  I  go; 

With  cheerfulness  1  bid  farewell 
To  everything  below. 

2  My  tender  parents,  kind  and  dear, 

I  bid  farewell  to  you — 
Though  nature  feels  'tis  sad  and  hard 
To  speak  the  word  "  adieu." 

3  But  do  not  weep  or  grieve  for  me ; 

You  know  I  must  go  home; 
In  heaven  my  smiling  Saviour  sits, 
And  bids  me  thither  come. 

4  I  can  rejoice  to  leave  this  world 

Of  sorrow,  sin  and  pain  ; 
I  know  I'm  washed  in  Jesus'  blood, 
And  shall  a  crown  obtain. 


1076 


Assurance  of  Heaven.  C.  M. 

Death  may  dissolve  my  body  now, 
And  bear  my  spirit  home: 
Why  do  my  minutes  move  so  slow, 
Nor  my  salvation  come? 

With  heavenly  weapons  I  have  fought 

The  battle's  of  the  Lord: 
Finished  my  course,  and  kept  the  faith, 
And  wait  the  sure  reward. 

God  has  laid  up  in  heaven  for  me 
A  crown  that  cannot  lade: 

The  righteous  Judge,  at  that  great  day, 
Will  place  it  on  my  head. 

Xor  hath  the  King  of  grace  decreed 

This  prize  for  me  alone ; 
Bat  all  who  love,  and  Ion 

Th'  appearance  of  his  Son. 


3  682    FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND    DEATH. 

5  Jesus,  the  Lord,  will  guard  me  safe 
From  every  ill  design  ; 
And  to  his  heavenly  kingdom  take 
This  feeble  soul  of  mine. 

1077 

L\J  6  I  Frail  Life  and  Succeeding  Eternity.  C.  M. 

Thee  we  adore,  eternal  name, 
And  humbly  own  to  thee, 
How  feeble  is  our  mortal  frame  ! 
What  dying  worms  are  we ! 

2  The  year  rolls  'round,  and  steals  away 
The  breath  that  first  it  gave ; 
Whatever  we  do,  where'er  we  be, 
We're  traveling  to  the  grave. 

|       3  Dangers  stand  thick  through  all  the  ground, 
To  push  us  to  the  tomb ; 
And  fierce  diseases  wait  around, 
To  hurry  mortals  home. 

>       4  Great  God,  on  what  a  slender  thread 
Hang  everlasting  things  ! 
Th;  eternal  state  of  all  the  dead 
Upon  life's  feeble  strings ! 

\      5  Infinite  joy  or  endless  woe 
Attends  on  every  breath ; 
And  yet  how  unconcerned  we  go, 
Upon  the  brink  of  death ! 

\       6  Waken,  0  Lord,  our  drowsy  sense, 
To  walk  this  dangerous  road ; 
And  if  our  souls  are  hurried  hence, 
May  they  be  found  with  God. 


1078 


For  Sundry  Occasions.  CM. 

Come,  let  us  now  forget  our  mirth, 
And  think  that  we  must  die  ; 
What  are  our  best  delights  on  earth, 
Compared  with  those  on  high  ? 


FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND    DEATH.    683     > 

2  Our  pleasures  here  will  soon  be  past, 

Our  brightest  joys  decay; 
But  pleasures  there  forever  last, 
And  cannot  fade  away. 

3  Here  sins  and  sorrows  we  deplore, 

With  many  cares  distrest ; 
But  there  the  mourners  weep  no  more, 
And  there  the  weary  rest. 

4  Our  dearest  friends,  when  death  shall  call, 
At  once  must  hence  depart ; 

But  there  we  hope  to  meet  them  all, 
And  never,  never  part. 

5  Then  let  us  love  and  serve  the  Lord, 
With  all  our  ransomed  pow'rs ; 

And  we  shall  gain  this  great  reward, 
This  glory  shall  he  ours. 


1079 


Life  Short,  and  Man  Frail.         C.  M. 

Teach  me  the  measure  of  my  days, 
Thou  Maker  of  my  frame ; 
I  would  survey  life's  narrow  space, 
And  learn  how  frail  I  am. 

2  A  span  is  all  that  we  can  boast, 

An  inch  or  two  of  time: 
Man  is  but  vanity  and  dust 
In  all  his  flower  and  prime. 

3  What  can  I  wish,  or  wait  for,  then, 

From  creatures — earth  and  dust? 
They  make  our  expectations  vain, 
Ami  disappoint  our  trust. 

4  Xow  I  forbid  my  carnal  hope, 

My  fond  desire  recall : 

I  give  my  mortal  interest  up, 
And  make  my  God  my  all. 


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a  684    FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 

Dying  in  God's  Embrace.  CM. 

fcEATii  cannot  make  our  souls  afraid, 
If  God  be  with  us  there ; 
We  may  walk  through  its  darkest  shade, 
And  never  yield  to  fear. 

2  I  could  renounce  my  all  below, 
If  my  Creator  bid  ; 

And  run,  if  I  were  called  to  go, 
And  die  as  Moses  did. 

3  Might  I  but  climb  to  Pisgah's  top, 
And  view  the  promised  land, 

My  flesh  itself  would  long  to  drop, 
And  pray  for  the  command. 

4  Clasped  in  my  heavenly  Father's  arms, 
I  would  forget  my  breath, 

And  lose  my  life  among  the  charms 
Of  so  divine  a  death. 


1081 


Sing  to  me  of  Heaven.  S.  M. 

Osing  to  me  of  heaven, 
When  I  am  calPd  to  die ! 
Sing  songs  of  holy  extasy, 
To  waft  my  soul  on  high ! 

When  cold  and  sluggish  drops 
Roll  off  my  pallid  brow, 
Burst  forth  in  strains  of  joj^fulness  : 
Let  heaven  begin  below ! 

When  the  last  moment  comes, 
0  watch  my  dying  face, 
And  catch  the  bright,  seraphic  gleam, 
Which  o'er  each  feature  plays. 

Then,  to  my  raptur'd  ears, 
Let  one  sweet  song  be  given — 
Let  music  charm  me  last  on  earth, 
And  greet  me  first  in  heaven. 


FRAILTY,  SICKNESS    AND   DEATH.     685 


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Then  close  my  Bightless  eyes, 
And  lay  me  down  to  rest, 

And  clasp  my  pale  and  icy  hands, 
Upon  my  lifeless  breast : — 

Then  'round  my  senseless  clay 
Assemble  those  I  love, 
And  sing  of  heaven,  delightful  heav'n, 
My  glorious  home  above. 


1082 


SL 


A  Thought  of  Death  and  Glory.    C.  M. 

My  soul,  come,  meditate  the  day, 
And  think  how  near  it  stands, 
When  thou  must  quit  this  house  of  clay 
And  fly  to  unknown  lands. 

2  And  you,  mine  eyes,  look  down  and  view 

The  hollow,  gaping  tomb: 
This  gloomy  prison  waits  for  you, 
Whene'er  the  summons  come. 

3  0,  could  we  die  with  those  who  die, 

And  place  us  in  their  stead! 
Then  would  our  spirits  learn  to  fly, 
And  converse  with  the  dead. 

4  Then  should  we  see  the  saints  above 

In  their  own  glorious  forms, 
And  wonder  why  our  souls  should  love 
To  dwell  with  mortal  worms. 

5  How  should  we  scorn  these  clothes  of  flesh, 

These  fetters,  and  this  load, 
And  long  for  evening  to  undr 

That  we  may  rest  with  God.  % 

'">  We  should  almost  forsake  our  clay. 
Before  the  Bummone  come, 
And  pray,  and  wish  fcway 

To  their  eternal  home. 
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r  686      FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 


Dying  Christian.  P.M.  10,6,10,6,8,8,8,6. 

What's  this  that  steals,  that  steals  upon  my 
frame? 
Is  it  death?— Is  it  death? 
That  soon  will  quench — will  quench  this  mor- 
tal frame  ? 
Is  it  death?— Is  it  death? 
If  this  be  death,  I  soon  shall  be 
From  every  pain  and  sorrow  free : 
I  shall  the  King  of  glory  see ; — 
All  is  well ! — All  is  well ! 

2  Weep  not,  my  friends — my  friends,  weep  not 

for  me ; 
All  is  well ! — All  is  well ! 
My  sins  are  pardon'd,  pardon' d — I  am  free ; 
All  is  well ! — All  is  well ! 
There's  not  a  cloud  that  doth  arise, 
To  hide  my  Saviour  from  my  eyes : 
I  soon  shall  mount  the  upper  skies  ; — 
AH  is  well!— All  is  well! 

3  Tune,  tune  your  harps — your  harps,  ye  saints 

above ; 
Alliswelll-^Alliswell! 
I  will  rehearse — rehearse  redeeming  love ; 
All  is  well ! — All  is  well ! 
Bright  angels  are  from  glory  come ; 
They're  'round  my  bed,  they're  in  my  room : 
They  wait  to  waft  my  spirit  home  ; — 
All  is  well ! — All  is  well ! 

4  Hark !  hark !  my  Lord  and  Master  calls  for  me ; 

All  is  well !— All  is  well ! 
I  soon  his  face,  in  glory  bright,  shall  see  ; 
#  All  is  well !— All  is  well ! 

Farewell,  dear  friends, — adieu, — adieu ; 
I  can  no  longer  stay  with  you : 
My  glittering  crown  appears  in  view ; — 

All  is  well ! — AJ1  is  well ! 
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FRAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH.    687 

5  Hail !  hail  I  all  hail !— all  hail !  ye  blood-wash'd  j 
throng ! — 
Saved  by  grace  ! — Saved  by  grace! 
I  come  to  join — to  join  your  rapturous  song ; 
Saved  by  grace  ! — Saved  by  grace  ! 
All,  all  is  peace  and  joy  divine ; 
All  heaven  and  glory  now  are  mine: 
And  praises,  God,  be  ever  thine  ; — 
All  is  well !— All  is  well ! 


1084 


Serious  Prospect  of  Eternity.    C.  P.  M. 


Lo !  on  a  narrow  neck  of  land, 
Twixt  two  unbounded  seas  I  stand ; 
Yet  how  insensible ! 
A  point  of  time,  a  moment's  space, 
Removes  me  to  yon  heavenly  place, 
Or  shuts  me  up  in  hell. 

2  0  God,  my  inmost  soul  convert, 
And  deeply  on  my  thoughtless  heart 

Eternal  things  impress; 
Give  me  to  feel  their  solemn  weight, 
And  save  me,  ere  it  be  too  late : 

Wake  me  to  righteousnes 

3  Before  me  place,  in  bright  array, 
The  pomp  of  that  tremendous  day. 

When  thou  with  clouds  shalt  come 
To  judge  the  nations  at  thy  bar; 
And  tell  me,  Lord,  shall  I  be  there, 

To  meet  a  joyful  doom  ? 

4  V>o  this  my  one  irr<iat  business  here, 
With  holy  trembling,  holy  fear, 

To  make  my  calling  SUM  : 

Thine  utmost  counsel  to  fulfil. 
And  Buffer  all  thy  righteous  will, 

And  to  the  end  endure. 


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1 688    FKAILTY,  SICKNESS   AND   DEATH. 

5  Then,  Saviour,  then  my  soul  receive, 
Transported  from  this  vale,  to  live 

And  reign  with  thee  above ; 
Where  faith  is  sweetly  lost  in  sight, 
And  hope  in  full,  supreme  delight, 

And  everlasting  love ! 

The  Tolling  Bell.  L.  M. 

\  ft  as  the  bell,  with  solemn  toll, 
Speaks  the  departure  of  a  soul, 
Let  each  one  ask  himself,  "  Am  I 
Prepared,  should  I  be  called  to  die  V 


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2  Only  this  frail  and  fleeting  breath 
Preserves  me  from  the  jaws  of  death; 
Soon  as  it  fails,  at  once  I'm  gone, 
And  plunge  into  a  world  unknown. 

3  Lord  Jesus,  help  me  now  to  flee, 
And  seek  my  hope  alone  in  thee ; 
Apply  thy  blood,  thy  Spirit  give, 
Subdue  my  sins,  and  let  me  live. 

4  Then  when  the  solemn  bell  I  hear, 
If  saved  from  guilt,  I  need  not  fear ; 
Nor  would  the  thought  distressing  be — 
Perhaps  it  next  may  toll  for  me. 


1086 


Best  for  the  Weary.  S.  M. 

0  where  shall  rest  be  found — 
Rest  for  the  weary  soul  ? 
;Twere  vain  the  ocean's  depths  to  sound, 
Or  pierce  to  either  pole. 

The  world  can  never  give 
The  bliss  for  which  we  sigh ; 
;Tis  not  the  whole  of  life,  to  live, 
Nor  all  of  death,  to  die. 


FRAILTY,  SICKNESS    AND    DEATH.    689  ®' 


Beyond  this  vale  of  tears 
There  is  a  life  above, 
Unmeasured  by  the  flight  of  years; 
And  all  that  life  is  love. 

There  is  a  death,  whose  pang 
Outlasts  the  fleeting  breath  ■ — 
0,  what  eternal  terrors  hang 
Around  the  second  death  ! 

Lord  God  of  truth  and  grace, 
Teach  us  that  death  to  shun  ; 
Lest  we  be  banished  from  thy  face, 
And  evermore  undone. 

Here  would  we  end  our  quest: — 
xVlone  are  found  in  thee 
The  life  of  perfect  love,  the  rest 
Of  immortality. 


1087 


The  Saviour's  Presence  in  Death.  L.  M 

Wnv  should  we  start,  and  fear  to  die? 
What  timorous  worms  we  mortals  are ! 
Death  is  the  gate  of  endless  joy, 
And  yet  Ave  dread  to  enter  there. 

The  pains,  the  groans,  the  dying  strife, 
Fright  our  approaching  souls  away ; 
And  we  shrink  back  again  to  life, 
Fond  of  our  prison  and  our  clay. 

0,  if  my  Lord  would  come  and  meet, 
My  soul  would  stretch  her  wings  in  haste, 
Fly  fearless  through  death's  iron  gate, 
Nor  feel  the  terrors  as  she  pass'd. 

4  Jesus  can  make  a  dying  bed 

-  -it  as  downy  pillows  aw  j 
While  on  hia  breast  1  lean  my  head, 
And  breathe  mv  life  out  >\veetly  there. 
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;      690     FRAILTY,  SICKNESS    AND    DEATH. 


1088 


Dying  Christian.     P.  M.  An  Anthem. 


YiTAL  spark  of  heavenly  flame ! 
Quit,  0  quit  this  mortal  frame ; 
Trembling,  hoping,  lingering,  flying, 
0  the  pain — the  bliss  of  dying ! 
Cease,  fond  nature,  cease  thy  strife, 
And  let  me  languish  into  life. 

Hark !  they  whisper — angels  say, 
"  Sister  spirit,  come  away  Vf 
What  is  this  absorbs  me  quite, 
Steals  my  senses,  shuts  my  sight, 
Drowns  my  spirits,  draws  my  breath? 
Tell  me,  my  soul — can  this  be  death  ? 

I  The  world  recedes — it  disappears ! 
Heaven  opens  on  my  eyes ! — my  ears 
With  sounds  seraphic  ring ! 
Lend,  lend  your  wings !  I  mount,  I  fly ! 
0  grave !  where  is  thy  victory  ? 
0  death  !  where  is  thy  sting  ? 


1089 


Speed  and  Uncertainty  of  Time.   C.  P.  M. 

My  days,  my  weeks,  my  months,  my  years 
Fly  rapid  as  the  whirling  spheres, 
Around  the  steady  pole ; 
Time,  like  a  tide,  its  motion  keeps, 
And  I  must  launch  through  endless  deeps, 
Where  endless  ages  roll. 

2  The  grave  is  near  the  cradle  seen ; 
How  swift  the  moments  pass  between, 

And  whisper  as  they  fly : 
Unthinking  man,  remember  this — 
Though  fond  of  sublunary  bliss — 

That  thou  must  groan  and  die. 


1SL 


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SICKNESS    AND   DEATH.    691 


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My  soul,  attend  the  solemn  call! 
Thy  earthly  tent  must  shortly  fall, 

And  thou  must  take  thy  flight, 
Beyond  the  vast  expansive  blue, 
To  sing  above,  as  angels  do, 

Or  sink  in  endless  night. 

A  heaven  or  hell,  and  these  alone, 
Beyond  the  present  life  are  known- 
There  is  no  middle  space ; 
To-day  attend  the  call  divine, 
To-morrow  may  be  none  of  thine, 
Or  it  may  be  too  late. 


1090 


The  Convert1  s  Choice. 


C.  P.  M. 


"VTo  room  for  mirth  or  trifling  here, 
1^1  For  worldly  hope  or  worldly  fear, 

If  life  so  soon  is  gone ; 
If  now  the  Judge  is  at  the  door, 
And  all  mankind  must  stand  before 

Th'  inexorable  throne. 

2  Xo  matter  which  my  thoughts  employ, 
A  moment's  misery  or  joy; 

But  0,  when  both  shall  end ! 
Where  shall  I  find  my  destined  place? 
Shall  I  my  everlasting  days 

With  fiends  or  angels  spend? 

3  Nothing  is  worth  a  thought  beneath, 
But  how  I  may  escape  the  death 

That  never,  never  dies! 
How  make  my  own  election  sure, 
And  when  I  fail  on  earth,  secure 

A  mansion  in  the  b! 


IMMORTALITY   AND   ETERNITY. 

4  Jesus,  vouchsafe  a  pitying  ray, 
Be  thou  my  guide,  be  thou  my  way 

To  glorious  happiness. 
0,  write  thy  pardon  on  my  heart ! 
And  whensoever  I  hence  depart, 

Let  me  depart  in  peace. 


IMMORTALITY  AND  ETERNITY. 


1091 


Our  Souls  Immortal.  C.  M. 

The  sun,  that  lights  the  world,  shall  fade, 
The  stars  shall  pass  away; 
But  I,  who  am  immortal  made, 
Shall  witness  their  decay. 

2  Yes,  I  shall  live  when  they  are  dead, 

Though  now  so  bright  they  shine ; 
When  earth,  and  all  it  holds,  have  fled, 
Eternity  is  mine. 

3  For  I  can  never,  never  die, 

While  God  himself  remains  ; 
But  I  must  live  in  heaven  on  high, 
Or  where  deep  darkness  reigns. 

4  If  heaven  and  hell  ne'er  pass  away, 

To  Christ,  0,  let  me  flee : 
If  pain  be  hard  for  one  short  day, 
What  must  forever  be? 


1092 


The  Soul.  C.  M. 


"Oemember,  man,  thou  hast  a  soul 
±\>  The  world  can  never  buy ; 
And,  while  eternal  ages  roll, 
It  will  not,  cannot  die. 


IMMORTALITY    AND    BTRENITY.       693 


2  For  it  must  soar  to  worlds  on  high, 

Where  happy  spirits  dwell; 

Or,  buried  with  the  wicked,  lie 
Deep  in  the  gulf  of  hell. 

3  The  soul,  by  numerous  sins  defiled, 

Can  never  outer  heaven, 
Till  it  to  God  is  reconciled, 
And  all  its  sins  forgiven : 

4  Till  it  be  pure  from  all  its  stain.-, 

In  perfect  righteousness ; 
Cleansed  by  the  Saviour's  dying  pains, 
Renewed  by  sovereign  grace. 

5  Pardon  it,  cleanse  it,  God  of  grace, 

That  it  may  holy  be — 
Arrayed  in  thine  own  holiness, 
And  meet  to  dwell  with  thee. 


The  Body  and  Soul.  S.  M. 

I  bless  my  Maker's  name, 
The  Good,  the  Wise,  the  Great ! 
From  him  my  life  and  being  came: 
He,  only,  can  create. 

These  active  limbs  of  mine, 
That  serve  me  at  my  will, 
Formed  of  the  dust  by  power  divine, 
Show  forth  his  wondrous  skill. 

This  body  will  de< 
Through  sin  'tis  doomed  to  di 
And  all  these  limbs  of  mine,  one  day, 
Must  in  the  cold  grave  Lie. 

But,  0  !  I  have  a  soul. 
That  death  can  never  touch; 
This  world,  if  I  could  gain  the  whole, 
Would  not  be  worth  so  much. 


'694 


IMMORTALITY   AND    ETERNITY. 


In  endless  joy  or  pain, 
My  soul  alive  will  stay: 
My  body,  too,  will  live  again, 
At  the  great  Judgment  day. 

Though  sun  and  moon  decay, 
If  Jesus  be  my  friend, 
Then,  when  Fve  passed  life's  fleeting  day, 
To  heaven  I  shall  ascend. 


1094 


Rejoicing  in  view  of  Death.  C.  M. 

And  let  this  feeble  body  fail, 
And  let  it  droop  and  die ; 
My  soul  shall  quit  this  mournful  vale, 
And  soar  to  worlds  on  high  ; — 

2  Shall  join  the  disembodied  saints, 

And  find  its  long-sought  rest — 
That  only  bliss  for  which  it  pants — 
In  my  Redeemer's  breast. 

3  In  hope  of  that  immortal  crown, 

I  now  the  cross  sustain  ; 
And  gladly  wander  up  and  down, 
And  smile  at  toil  and  pain. 

4  0,  what  are  all  my  sufferings  here. 

If,  Lord,  thou  count  me  meet 
With  that  enraptured  host  t'  appear, 
And  worship  at  thy  feet  ? 

5  Give  joy  or  grief,  give  ease  or  pain. 

Take  life  or  friends  away — 
But  let  me  find  them  all  again, 
In  that  eternal  day. 


1095 


The  Land  like  Eden. 


C.  M. 


There  is  a  land,  like  Eden  fair, 
But  more  than  Eden  blest ; 
The  wicked  cease  from  troubling  there, 
The  weary  are  at  rest. 


IMMORTALITY    AND    ETERNITY.       695 


2  There  is  a  Land,  where  small  and  great 

Before  the  Lord  appear ; 
The  spoils  of  fortune,  and  of  fate, 
Whom  heaven  alone  can  cheer. 

3  There  is  a  land,  where,  star-like,  shine 

The  pearls  of  Christ's  renown ; 
And  gems,  long  buried  in  the  mine, 
Are  jewels  In  his  crown. 

4  There  is  a  land,  like  Eden  fair, 

But  more  than  Eden  blest ; 
0  for  a  wing  to  waft  me  there, 
That  I  might  he  at  rest. 


1096 


Eternity.  L.M. 

Eternity  is  just  at  hand  ! 
And  shall  I  waste  my  ebbing  sand  ? 
And  careless  view  departing  day  ? 
And  throw  my  inch  of  time  away  ? 
Lo  !  an  eternity  there  is, 
Of  endless  woe,  or  endless  bliss : 
And,  swift  as  time  fulfils  its  round, 
We  to  eternity  are  bound. 
What  countless  millions  of  mankind 
Have  left  this  fleeting  world  behind ! 
They're  gone !  but  where  ?  ah,  pause  and  see, 
Gone  to  a  long  eternity ! 
Sinner,  canst  thou  forever  dwell 
In  all  the  fiery  deeps  of  hell? 
And  is  death  nothing,  then,  to  thee — 
Death  and  a  dread  eternity? 


1097 


Dcaflt,  Immortality  and  Eternity,    0.  M. 

Stoop  (1'Avn.  my  thoughts,  that  used  I 
Converse  awhile  with  death; 
Think  how  a  gasping  mortal  1 

And  pants  away  his  breath. 


2  His  quiv'ring  lip  hangs  feebly  down, 

His  pulse  is  faint  and  few  ; 
Then  speechless, — with  a  doleful  groan, 
He  bids  the  world  adieu. 

3  But,  0,  the  soul — that  never  dies — 

At  once  it  leaves  the  clay ! 
Ye  thoughts,  pursue  it  where  it  flies, 
And  track  its  wondrous  way. 

4  Up  to  the  courts  where  angels  dwell, 

It  mounts,  triumphing  there, 
Or  devils  plunge  it  down  to  hell, 
In  infinite  despair. 

5  And  must  my  body  faint  and  die  ? 

And  must  this  soul  remove  ? 
0  for  some  guardian  angel  nigh, 
To  bear  it  safe  above  ! 


1098 


Death  and  Immediate  Glory.        C.  M. 

There  is  a  house,  not  made  with  hands, 
Eternal,  and  on  high  ; 
And  here  my  spirit  waiting  stands, 
Till  God  shall  bid  it  fly. 

2  Shortly  this  prison  of  my  clay 

Must  be  dissolved  and  fall; 

Then,  0  my  soul,  with  joy  obey 

Thy  heavenly  Father's  call. 

3  7Tis  he,  by  his  almighty  grace, 

That  forms  thee  fit  for  heaven ; 
And,  as  an  earnest  of  the  place, 
Has  his  own  Spirit  given. 

4  We  walk  by  faith  of  joys  to  come  ; 

Faith  lives  upon  his  word : 

But  while  the  body  is  our  home, 

We're  absent  from  the  Lord. 


FUNERAL   HYMNS.  697  G 


5  'Tis  pleasant  to  believe  thy  grace, 
But  we  had  rather  see  ; 
We  would  be  absent  from  the  flesh, 
And  present,  Lord,  with  thee. 


A  Lively  Hope.  C.  M. 

Sweet  to  rejoice  in  lively  hope, 
That,  when  my  change  shall  come, 
Angels  will  hover  'round  my  bed. 
And  waft  my  spirit  home. 

2  There  shall  my  disembodied  soul 

View  Jesus,  and  adore ; 
Be  with  his  likeness  satisfied, 
And  grieve  and  sin  no  more. 

3  Soon,  too,  my  slumb'ring  dust  shall  hear 

The  trumpet's  quickening  sound, 
And  by  my  Saviour's  power  rebuilt, 
At  his  right  hand  be  found. 

4  If  such  the  views  which  grace  unfolds, 

Faint  as  they  are  below, 
What  rapture  must  the  church  above 
In  J<  D  3e  know  ! 


FUNERAL  HYMNS. 


1100 


Separations  in  Time.  S.  II.  31.  G,G,8,G,8,8. 

Friend  after  friend  departs; — 
Who  has  not  lost  a  friend? 
There  i>  no  union  here  of  li 

That  finds  nut  here  an  end. 

this  frail  world  our  final  rest, 
Living  or  dying  none  were  b 

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'698 


FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


2  Beyond  the  flight  of  time, 

Beyond  the  reign  of  death, 
There  surely  is  some  blessed  clime 

Where  life  is  not  a  breath  ; 
Nor  life's  affections,  transient  fire, 
Whose  sparks  fly  upward  and  expire. 

3  There  is  a  world  above, 

Where  parting  is  unknown ; 
A  long  eternity  of  love, 

Formed  for  the  good  alone ; 
And  faith  beholds  the  dying  here, 
Translated  to  that  glorious  sphere. 

4  Thus  star  by  star  declines, 

Till  all  are  passed  away, 
As  morning  high  and  higher  shines 

To  pure  and  perfect  day ; 
Nor  sink  those  stars  in  empty  night, 
But  hide  themselves  in  heaven's  own  light. 


1101 


The  Righteous  Blessed  in  Death.     L.  M. 

How  bless'd  the  righteous  when  he  dies ! 
When  sinks  a  weary  soul  to  rest ! 
How  mildly  beam  the  closing  eyes, 
How  gently  heaves  th'  expiring  breast ! 

2  So  fades  a  summer  cloud  away  ; 

So  sinks  the  gale  when  storms  are  o'er ; 
So  gently  shuts  the  eye  of  day ; 
So  dies  the  wave  along  the  shore. 

3  A  holy  quiet  reigns  around, 

A  calm  which  life  nor  death  destroys ; 
Nothing  disturbs  that  peace  profound 
Which  his  unfetter'd  soul  enjoys. 

4  Farewell,  conflicting  hopes  and  fears, 
Where  lights  and  shades  alternate  dwell ! 
How  bright  th'  unchanging  morn  appears ! 
Farewell,  inconstant  world,  farewell ! 


FUNERAL   IIV. 


5  Life's  duty  d<  •  tin'  clay, 

Light  from  its  load  the  spirit 
While  heaven  and  earth  combine  t 
"How  bless'd  the  righteous  when  h< 


1102 


The  Crowning  Hour. 

Servant  of  God,  well  done ! 
Thy  glorious  warfare's  past  : 
The  battle's  fought,  the  race  is  won, 

And  thou  art  crowned  at  last. 

With  saints  enthroned  on  high, 

Thou  dost  thy  Lord  proclaim, 
And  still  to  God  salvation  cry, — 

Salvation  to  the  Lamb  ! 

0  happy,  happy  soul ! 

In  extasies  of  praise, 
Long  as  eternal  ages  roll 

Thou  seest  thy  Saviour's  face. 

Redeemed  from  earth  and  pain, 

0,  when  shall  we  ascend, 
And  all  in  Jesus'  presence  reign 

With  our  translated  friend  ? 


s.: 


1103 


Death  and  the  Resurrection.  S.  M. 

And  must  this  body  die? 
This  mortal  frame  decay? 
And  must  these  active  limbs  of  mine, 
Lie  mould'ring  in  the  clay? 

Corruption,  earth  and  worms 
Shall  but  refine  my  flesh, 
Till  my  triumphant  spirit  C 
To  put  it  on  afresh. 

God,  my  Redeemer,  lives, 
And  often  from  the  Bkies 

Lown  and  watches  all  my  d 

Till  he  shall  bid  it  ri 


0  700  FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


Array'd  in  glorious  grace 
Shall  these  vile  bodies  shine, 
And  every  shape,  and  every  face, 
Look  heavenly  and  divine. 

These  lively  hopes  we  owe 
To  Jesus'  dying  love  ; 
We  would  adore  his  grace  below, 
And  sing  his  pow'r  above. 

Dear  Lord,  accept  the  praise 
Of  these  our  humble  songs, 
Till  tunes  of  nobler  sound  we  raise, 
With  our  immortal  tongues. 


1104 


Man's  Future  Destiny.  S.  M. 

And  am  I  born  to  die  ? 
To  lay  this  body  down? 
And  must  my  trembling  spirit  fly 
Into  a  world  unknown  ? 

Soon  as  from  earth  I  go, 
What  will  become  of  me  ? 
Eternal  happiness  or  woe 
Must  then  my  portion  be. 

I  must  from  God  be  driv'n, 
Or  with  my  Saviour  dwell : 
Must  come  at  his  command  to  heav'n, 
Or  else — depart  to  hell. 

Show  me  the  way  to  shun 
Thy  dreadful  wrath  severe  ; 
That  when  thou  comest  on  thy  throne, 
I  may  with  joy  appear. 

Thou  art  thyself  the  way — 
Thyself  to  me  reveal ; 
So  shall  I  spend  my  life's  short  day 
Obedient  to  thy  will. 

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lTNKUAL    HYMNS. 


701  H 


1105 


Death  of  a  Sister. 


P.  M.  8s. 


JfTis  finish'd!  the  conflict  is  past, 
1  The  heaven-born  spirit  is  fled  ; 
Her  wish  is  accomplished  at  last, 

A  sister's  entomb'd  with  the  dead. 
The  months  of  affliction  are  o'er, 

The  days  and  the  nights  of  distress ; 
We  see  her  in  anguish  no  more — 

She's  gain'd  her  soul's  happy  release. 

2  Xo  sickness,  or  sorrow,  or  pain, 

Shall  ever  disquiet  her  now  ; 
For  death  to  her  spirit  was  gain, 

Since  Christ  was  her  life,  here  below. 
Her  soul  has  now  taken  its  flight 

To  mansions  of  glory  above, 
To  mingle  with  angels  of  light, 

And  dwell  in  the  kingdom  of  love. 

3  The  victory  now  is  obtained — 

She's  gone  her  dear  Saviour  to  see, 
Her  wishes  she  fully  has  gain'd — 

She's  gone  where  she  long  wish'd  to  be. 
Then  let  us  forbear  to  complain, 

That  she  has  now  gone  from  our  sight; 
We  soon  shall  behold  her  again, 

With  new  and  redoubled  delight. 


Death,  hard  without  Grace.         C.  M. 

Deatii  ! — 'tis  a  melancholy  day 
To  those  who  have  no  God — 
When  the  poor  soul  is  forc'd  away 
To  seek  her  last  abode. 

2  In  vain  to  heav'n  she  lifts  her  eyes ; 
For  guilt,  a  heavy  chain, 
Still  drags  her  downward  from  the  skies, 
To  darkness,  lire  and  pain. 


!702 


FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


3  Awake,  and  mourn,  ye  heirs  of  hell, — 

Let  stubborn  sinners  fear: 
You  must  be  driv'n  from  earth,  and  dwell 
A  long  forever  there ! 

4  See  how  the  pit  gapes  wide  for  you, 

And  flashes  in  your  face : 
And  thou,  my  soul,  look  downward  too, 
And#seek  redeeming  grace. 

5  Prepare  me,  Lord,  for  thy  right  hand, 

Then  come   the  joyful  day  ; 
Come  death,  and  some  celestial  hand, 
To  bear  my  soul  away. 


1107 


House  not  made  with  Hands.        S.  M. 

We  know,  by  faith  we  know, 
If  this  vile  house  of  clay, 
This  tabernacle,  sink  below, 
In  ruinous  decay — 

2  We  have  a  house  above, 

Not  made  with  mortal  hands ; 

And  firm  as  our  Redeemer's  love 

That  heav'nly  fabric  stands. 

3  It  stands  securely  high, 
Indissolubly  sure  ; 

Our  glorious  mansion  in  the  sky 
Shall  evermore  endure. 

4  Full  of  immortal  hope, 
We  urge  the  restless  strife, 

And  hasten  to  be  swallowed  up 
In  everlasting  life. 

5  Lord,  let  us  follow  thee 
In  perfect  holiness, 

And  rise,  prepared  thy  face  to  see, 
Thy  bright,  unclouded  face. 


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FUNERAL    HYMNS. 


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6       Thy  grace  with  glory  crown, 
Who  hast  the  earnest  giv'n ; 
And  then  triumphantly  come  down, 
And  take  us  up  to  heav'n. 

-IvJo  Thou  art  Gone  to  the  Grave.  M.  12s  &  lis. 
iiou'rt  gone  to  the  grave :  but  we  will  not 

deplore  thee, 
Tho'  sorrow  and  darkness  encompass  the  tomb: 
The  Saviour  hath  pass'd  thro'  its  portals  before 

thee  ; 
The  lamp  of  his  love  is  thy  guide  through  the   : 

gloom. 

2  Thou'rt  gone  to  the  grave :  we  no  longer  be- 

hold thee, 
Nor  tread  the  rough  paths  of  the  world  by  thy 

side ; 
But  mercy's  wide  arms  are  spread  out  to  enfold 

thee; 
And  sinners  may  hope,  since  the  Saviour  hath 

died. 

3  Thou'rt  gone  to   the  grave :  and  its  mansion 

forsaking, 
Perchance  thy  weak  spirit  in  doubt  lingered 

long; 
But  th'  sunshine  of  heaven  beamed  bright  on 

thy  waking, 
Andth'  sound  thou  didst  hear  was  the  seraphim's 

song. 

4  Thou'rt  gone  to  the  grave :  but  we  will  not  de- 

plore thee, 
Since  God  was  thy  ransom,  thy  guardian  and 

guide; 
He  gave  thee,  he  took  thee,  and  he  will  restore 

thee, 
And  death  has  no  sting,  since  the  Saviour  hath 

died. 


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1110 


Peaceful  Death  of  the  Righteous.     S.  M. 

Ofor  the  death  of  those 
Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 
0,  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 
Like  theirs  my  last  reward ! 

Their  bodies  in  the  ground, 
In  silent  hope  may  lie, 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound 
Shall  call  them  to  the  sky. 

Their  ransomed  spirits  soar, 

On  wings  of  faith  and  love, 

To  meet  the  Saviour  they  adore, 

And  reign  with  him  above. 

With  us  their  names  shall  live 
Through  long-succeeding  years, 
Embalmed  with  all  our  hearts  can  give — 
Our  praises  and  our  tears. 

0  for  the  death  of  those 
Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 
0,  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 
Like  theirs  my  last  reward ! 

Death  of  a  Minister.  C.  M. 

Why  should  our  tears  in  sorrow  flow 
When  God  recalls  his  own, 
And  bids  them  leave  a  world  of  woe 

For  an  immortal  crown? 
Is  not  their  death  a  gain  to  those 

Whose  life  to  God  was  given  ? 
Gladly  to  earth  their  eyes  they  close, 

To  open  them  in  heaven. 
Their  toils  are  past,  their  work  is  done, 

And  they  are  fully  blest ; 
They  fought  the  fight,  the  victory  won, 

And  entered  into  rest. 


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FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


4  The  flock  must  feel  the  shepherd's  loss, 

And  miss  his  tender  care ; 
But  they  who  bear  with  joy  the  cross, 
The  brighter  crown  shall  wear. 

5  And  is  not  he  who  calls  them  home, 

Still  to  his  church  most  nigh, 
To  bid  the  other  laborers  come, 
And  all  her  need  supply  ? 

6  Then  let  our  sorrows  cease  to  flow  ; 

God  has  recalFd  his  own ; 
But  let  our  hearts,  in  every  woe, 
Still  say,  "Thy  will  be  done." 


1111 


On  the  Death  of  a  Pastor.  C.  M. 

Now  let  our  mourning  hearts  revive, 
And  let  our  tears  be  dry ; 
Why  should  those  eyes  be  drowned  in  grief, 
Which  view  a  Saviour  nigh? 

2  What,  though  the  arm  of  conquering  death 

Does  God's  own  house  invade  ? 
What,  though  the  prophet  and  the  priest 
Be  numbered  with  the  dead? 

3  Though  earthly  shepherds  dwell  in  dust, 

The  aged  and  the  young — 
The  watchful  eye  in  darkness  closed, 
And  mute  th'  instructive  tongue; — 

4  TV  eternal  Shepherd  still  survives, 

Xew  comfort  to  impart ; 
His  eye  still  guides  us,  and  his  voice 
Still  animates  our  heart. 

5  "Lo!  I  am  with  you,"  saith  the  Lord  ; 

"  My  church  shall  safe  abide: 

For  I  will  ne'er  forsake  my  own, 

Whose  souls  in  me  confide." 


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d 


706  FUNERAL    HYMNS. 

5         G  Through  ever}r  scene  of  life  and  death, 
This  promise  is  our  trust ; 
rind  this  shall  be  our  children's  song, 
When  we  are  cold  in  dust. 


1112 


Funeral  of  a  Sister.  M.  8s  &7s. 

Sister,  thou  wast  mild  and  lovely, 
Gentle  as  the  summer  breeze, 
Pleasant  as  the  air  of  evening, 
When  it  floats  among  the  trees. 

2  Peaceful  be  thy  silent  slumber, 

Peaceful  in  the  grave  so  low  ; 
Thou  no  more  wilt  join  our  number, 
Thou  no  more  our  songs  shalt  know. 

3  Dearest  sister,  thou  hast  left  us : 

Here  thy  loss  we  deeply  feel ; 

But  'tis  God  who  hath  bereft  us, — 

He  can  all  our  sorrows  heal. 

4  Yet  again  we  hope  to  meet  thee, 

When  the  day  of  life  is  fled, 
Then  in  heaven,  with  joy  to  greet  thee, 
Where  no  farewell  tear  is  shed. 


1113 


Funeral  of  a  Young  Person.         C.  M. 

When  blooming  youth  is  snatched  away 
By  death's  resistless  hand, 
Our  hearts  the  mournful  tribute  pay 
Which  pity  must  demand. 

2  While  pity  prompts  the  rising  sigh, 

0  may  this  truth,  impress'd, 
With  awful  power — "  I  too  must  die" — 
Sink  deep  in  every  breast. 

3  Let  this  vain  world  engage  no  more  ; 

Behold  the  gaping  tomb  ! 
It  bids  us  seize  the  present  hour ; — 
To-morrow  death  may  come. 

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FUNERAL    HTBOrS.  707 

4  The  voice  of  this  alarming  scene 

May  every  heart  obey; 
Nor  be  the  heavenly  warning  vain, 
Which  calls  to  watch  and  pray. 

5  0  let  ns  fly — to  Jesus  fly — 

Whose  powerful  arm  can  save  ; 
Then  shall  our  hopes  ascend  on  high, 
And  triumph  o'er  the  grave. 


1114 


Triumphant  Death  of  a  Brother.  P.  M.  8s. 

Weep  not  for  a  brother  deceased ; 
Our  loss  is  his  infinite  gain ; 
A  soul  out  of  prison  releas'd, 

And  freed  from  its  bodily  chain  ; 
With  songs  let  us  follow  his  flight, 
And  mount  with  his  spirit  above, 
Escaped  to  the  mansions  of  light, 
And  lodged  in  the  Eden  of  love. 

2  Our  brother  the  haven  has  gained, 
Outflying  the  tempest  and  wind ; 
His  rest  he  has  sooner  obtained, 

And  left  his  companions  behind, 
Still  tossed  on  a  sea  of  distress, 

Hard  toiling  to  make  the  bless'd  shore, 
Where  all  is  assurance  and  peace. 

And  sorrow  and  sin  are  no  more. 


1115 


Balaam's  Wish.  S.  B£ 

How  blest  the  righteous  are, 
When  they  resign  their  breath  ! 
No  wonder  Balaam  wished  to  share 
In  such  a  happy  death. 

( >.  let  mo  die,  said  ho. 
The  death  the  do  : 

When  life  '  •  be 

m(1  with  the  faithful  few. 


708  FUNERAL   HYMNS. 

3  The  force  of  truth  how  great, 
When  enemies  confess, 

None  but  the  righteous,  whom  they  hate, 
A  solid  hope  possess. 

4  But  Balaam's  wish  was  vain, 
His  heart  was  insincere; 

He  thirsted  for  unrighteous  gain, 
And  sought  a  portion  here. 

5  May  we,  0  Lord,  Most  High, 
Warning  from  hence  receive : 

If  like  the  righteous  we  would  die, 
To  choose  the  life  they  live. 


1116 


Death  of  a  Young  CJrild.  C.  M. 

Alas  !  how  changed  that  lovely  flow'r, 
Which  bloom'd  and  cheer'd  my  heart ; 
Fair,  fleeting  comfort  of  an  hour, 
How  soon  we're  called  to  part ! 

2  And  shall  my  bleeding  heart  arraign 

That  God,  whose  ways  are  love? 
Or  vainly  cherish  anxious  pain 
For  her  who  rests  above  ? 

3  From  adverse  blasts  and  lowering  storms, 

Her  favored  soul  he  bore, 
And  with  yon  bright,  angelic  forms, 
She  lives  to  die  no  more. 

4  Prepare  me,  blessed  Lord,  to  share 

The  bliss  thy  people  prove ; 
Who  'round  thy  glorious  throne  appear, 
And  dwell  in  perfect  love. 

-  ■  Death  of  a  Child,  C.  M. 

Life  is  a  span — a  fleeting  hour: 
How  soon  the  vapor  flies  ! 
Man  is  a  tender,  transient  flow'r, 
That  e'en  in  blooming  dies. 


S% 


FUNERAL    HYMNS.  709     < 

2  The  once-loved  form,  now  cold  and  dead, 
Each  mournful  thought  employs; 

And  nature  weeps  her  comforts  fled, 
And  withered  all  her  joys. 

3  Hope  looks  beyond  the  bounds  of  time, 
When  what  we  now  deplore 

Shall  rise  in  full  immortal  prime, 
And  bloom  to  fade  no  more. 

4  Cease,  then,  fond  nature,  cease  thy  tears ; 
Thy  Saviour  dwells  on  high ; 

There  everlasting  spring  appears ; 
There  joys  shall  never  die. 


1118 


Let  me  die  the  Death  of  the  Righteous.  C.  M. 

With  what  a  ftVd  and  peaceful  mind,       \ 
The  righteous  man  expires  ! 
Behold  him  breathing  out  his  soul, 
In  hopes  and  blest  desires ! 

Eternal  glory  now  begins 

To  dawn  upon  his  eyes, 
And  Jesus  animates  his  soul, 

While  languishing  he  lies. 

No  sins  or  fears  disturb  his  soul, 

No  terror  from  below  ; 
Nor  worldly  glory  stops  his  flight, 

Or  makes  him  loth  to  go. 

4  Bright  hosts  of  angels  'round  his  bed, 
With  holy  ardor  stand; 
Heady  to  bear  aloft  his  bouI, 
At  Jesus1  high  command. 

II.  w  this  bright  hope,  this  blessed  hope 
My  longing  spirit  charms  I 

0  let  me  live  and  die  like  him, 
Enclosed  in  Jesus'  arms. 
2H 


;     710  FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


1119 


Those  blessed  who  die  in  the  Lord.    C.  M. 

Hear  what  the  voice  from  heaven  proclaims 
For  all  the  pious  dead: 
"  Sweet  is  the  savor  of  their  names, 
And  soft  their  sleeping  bed. 

2  They  die  in  Jesus,  and  are  blest ; 

How  kind  their  slumbers  are ! 
From  suffering  and  from  sin  released, 
They're  freed  from  every  snare. 

3  Far  from  this  world  of  toil  and  strife, 

They're  present  with  the  Lord ; 
The  labors  of  their  mortal  life 
End  in  a  large  reward. " 


1120 


Death  of  a  Young  Person.  C.  M. 

How  short  the  race  our  friend  has  run, 
Cut  down  in  all  his  bloom ! — ■ 
The  course  but  yesterday  begun, 
Now  finish'd  in  the  tomb. 

2  Few  are  thy  days,  and  full  of  woe, 

0  man,  of  woman  born  ! 
Thy  doom  is  written — dust  thou  art, 
To  dust  thou  shalt  return. 

3  Thou  joyous  youth,  hence  learn  how  soon, 

Thy  years  may  end  their  flight ; 

Long,  long  before  life's  brilliant  noon, 

May  come  death's  gloomy  night. 

4  To  serve  thy  God  no  longer  wait, 

To-day  his  voice  regard ; 
To-morrow  mercy's  open  gate 
May  be  forever  barr'd. 

5  And  thus  the  Lord  reveals  his  grace, 

Thy  youthful  love  to  gain — 
The  soul  that  early  seeks  my  face, 
Shall  never  seek  in  vain. 




FUNERAL   HYMNS.  711  M 


1121 


On  the  Death  of  a  Child.  C.  M. 

Wake  up,  my  muse,  condole  the  loss 
Of  those  who  mourn  this  day ; 
Let  tears  run  down  on  every  face, 
And  every  mourner  pray. 

2  The  tyrant,  death,  came  rushing  in  ; 

And  here,  his  pow'r  to  show, 
With  icy  hand  he  touched  this  child, 
And  laid  its  visage  low. 

3  Xo  more  the  pleasant  child  is  seen, 

To  please  the  parent's  eye  ; 
The  tender  plant,  so  fresh  and  green, 
Is  in  eternity. 

4  The  golden  bowl  by  death  is  broke, 

The  pitcher  burst  in  twain  ; 
The  cistern  wheel  has  felt  the  stroke, 
The  pleasant  child  is  slain. 

5  The  winding  sheet  enfolds  its  limbs, 

The  coffin  holds  it  fast  : 
To-day  'tis  seen  by  all  its  friends, 

But  this  must  be  the  last; — 
G  Until  the  Lord  doth  come  to  judge 

The  nations  great  and  small ; 
When  you  and  I  the  test  shall  stand, 

Or  at  his  presence  fall. 


1122 


Weep  Not     P.  M.  10,8,10,7, 10,10,1<>,7. 

Sued  not  a  tear  o'er  your  friend's  early  bier, 
When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone; 
Smile  if  the  slow-tolling  bell  you  should  hear, 

When  I  am  gone — 1  am  g 
Weep  nut  for  m<>,  when  you  stand  'round  my 

we : 
Think  who  has  died  his  beloved  to  .save: 
Think  of  the  crown  all  the  ransomed  shall  have, 

When  I  am  gone — 1  am  jj 

~ d 


r  712  FUNERAL   HYMNS. 


2  Shed  not  a  tear,  when  you  stand  'round  my  grave, 

When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone; 
Sing  a  sweet  song  unto  him  who  doth  save, 

When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 
Sing  to  the  Lamb,  who  on  earth  once  was  slain  ; 
Sing  to  the  Lamb,  who  in  heaven  doth  reign ; 
Sing,  till  the  world  shall  be  filPd  with  his  name , 

When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 

3  Plant  ye  a  tree,  which  may  wave  over  me, 

When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone; 
Sing  ye  a  song,  if  my  grave  you  should  see, 

When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 
Come,  at  the  close  of  a  bright  summer  day  ; 
Come,  when  the  sun  sheds  its  last  ling'ring  ray ; 
Come,  and  rejoice  that  I  thus  pass'd  away, 

When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 


BUEIAL  HYMNS. 

11,4/0  Meditation  on  the  Tomb.  C.  M. 

How  still  and  peaceful  is  the  grave, 
Where,  life's  vain  tumults  past, 
Th'  appointed  place,  by  heav'n's  decree, 
Receives  us  all  at  last. 

2  There  servants,  masters,  small  and  great, 

Partake  the  same  repose ; 
And  there  in  peace  the  ashes  mix 
Of  those  who  once  were  foes. 

3  All,  level' d  by  the  hand  of  death  , 

Lie  sleeping  in  the  tomb, 
Till  Cod  in  judgment  calls  them  forth 
To  meet  their  final  doom. 


m 


4  0  may  I  Btand  before  the  Lamb, 
When  earth  and  Beas  are 
And  hoar  the  judge  pronounce  my  name, 
With  blessings  on  my  head. 


1124 


A   Voice  from  the  Tomb.  CM. 

Hark  !  from  the  tombs  a  doleful  sound ; 
My  ears  attend  the  cry: — 
"Ye  living  men,  come,  view  the  ground 
Where  you  must  shortly  lie. 

2  Princes,  this  clay  must  be  your  bed, 

In  spite  of  all  your  tow'rs  ; 
The  tall,  the  wise,  the  rev'rend  head 
Must  lie  a^  low  as  ours." 

3  Great  God!  is  this  our  certain  doom, 

And  are  we  still  secure, — 
Still  walking  downward  to  the  tomb  ? 
And  yet  prepare  no  more ! 

4  Grant  us  the  power  of  quickening  grace, 

To  fit  our  Boulfl  to  fly ; 

Then,  when  we  drop  this  dying  flesh, 
We'll  rise  above  the  sky. 


1125 


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Death  and  Burial  of  Saints.        L.  M. 

Unveil  thy  bosom,  faithful  torn))! 
Take  this  now  treasure  to  thy  trust, 
And  give  these  sacred  relics  room, 
To  seek  a  slumber  in  the  dust. 

2  Nor  pain,  nor  grief,  nor  anxious  fear 
Invade  thy  bounds; — nor  mortal  woes 
Can  reach  the  peaceful  Bleeper  here, 
While 

•  : — Gtod'i  dying  Son 
Pi  --M  through  the  grave,  andbless'dthebed; 

saint,  till,  from  his  throne, 
The  morning  break,  and  pierce  the  shade. 

211 


P714 


BURIAL    HYMNS. 


4  Break  from  his  throne,  illustrious  morn ! 
Attend,  0  earth,  his  sovereign  word  ! 
Restore  thy  trust: — a  glorious  form 
Shall  then  arise  to  meet  the  Lord. 


1126 


Earth  to  Earth  and  Dust  to  Dust.  M.  7s. 
U  T?arth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust ! " 

Hi  Here  the  evil  and  the  just, — 
Here  the  matron  and  the  maid, 
In  one  silent  bed  are  laid. 
Here  the  vassal  and  the  king, 
Side  by  side,  lie  withering ; 
Here  the  sword  and  sceptre  rust : — 
"Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust." 

2  Age  on  age  shall  roll  along, 

O'er  this  pale  and  mighty  throng ; 
Those  who  wept  them,  those  who  weep, 
All  shall  with  these  sleepers  sleep. 
Songs  of  peace  or  battle's  roar, 
Ne'er  shall  break  their  slumbers  more ; 
Death  shall  keep  his  solemn  trust ; — 
"  Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust." 

3  But  a  day  is  coming  fast — 
Earth,  thy  mightiest  and  thy  last ; 
It  shall  come  in  strife  and  toil, 

It  shall  come  in  blood  and  spoil ; 
It  shall  come  in  empires'  groans, 
Burning  temples,  trampled,  thrones ; 
Then,  ambition,  rue  thy  lust  !— 
"  Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust." 

4  Yes,  the  dead  shall  all  be  found, 
When  the  trump  of  God  shall  sound ; 
And  the  King  of  kings  descends, 
And  in  glory  crowns  his  friends. 
Then  with  him  we  shall  remain — 
For  a  thousand  years  to  reign, — 
And  no  more  the  dirge  be  just, 
"Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust." 


jg m 


M 


BURIAL   HYMNS.  715  ° 


1127 


Burial  of  the  Righteous.  CM. 

Why  should  we  mourn  the  sainted  dead, 
Whom  God  has  taken  home — 
Why  should  we  weep,  and  tears  be  shed, 
When  buried  in  their  tomb  ? 

2  They're  gone  from  sorrow  and  from  pain : 

They've  bid  this  world  adieu; 
With  Jesus  they  are  gone  to  reign, 
In  worlds  forever  new. 

3  There  they  await,  in  heavenly  bliss, 

Our  last  expiring  breath  ; 
That  we  may  dwell  where  Jesus  is, 
Beyond  the  reach  of  death. 

4  Then  let  us  live  for  that  bright  state, 

To  which  our  friends  have  gone; 
Where  holy  scenes  their  hearts  elate, 
Around  the  Father's  throne. 


1128 


A  Burial  Ihjuni.  CM. 

Ye  living  men,  the  tomb  survey, 
Where  you  must  shortly  dwell ; 
Hark !  how  the  awful  summons  sounds 
In  every  funeral  knell ! 

2  Once  you  must  die,  and  once  for  all ; 

The  solemn  purport  weigh  : 
For  know,  that  heav'n  or  hell  is  hung 
On  that  important  day ! 

3  Those  eyes,  so  long  in  darkness  veil'd, 

Must  wake,  the  Judge  to  see  ; 
And  every  word,  and  every  thought 
Bfust  pMi  his  scrutiny. 

4  0,  may  I  in  the  Judge  behold 

My  Saviour  and  my  Friend: 
And  then,  triumphant  over  death, 
With  all  his  saints  ascend. 


BURIAL    HYMXS. 


LlZo  The  Uncertainty  of  Life.  CM. 

Bexeath  our  feet  and  o'er  our  head 
Is  equal  warning  given ; 
Beneath  us  lie  the  countless  dead, 
Above  us  is  the  heaven. 

2  Death  rides  on  every  passing  breeze, 

And  lurks  in  every  flow'r  ; 
Each  season  has  its  own  disease 
Its  peril  every  hour. 

3  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  rosy  light 

Of  youth's  soft  cheek  decay, 
And  fate  descend  in  sudden  night 
On  manhood's  middle  day. 

4  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  steps  of  age 
Halt  feebly  at  the  tomb  ; 

And  yet  shall  earth  our  hearts  engage, 
And  dreams  of  days  to  come? 

5  Turn,  mortal,  turn — thy  danger  know ; 
Where'er  thy  foot  can  tread, 

The  earth  rings  hollow  from  below, 
And  warns  thee  of  her  dead. 

6  Turn,  sinner,  turn :  thy  soul  apply 
To  truths  divinely  given : 

The  forms  which  underneath  thee  lie 
Shall  live,  in  hell  or  heaven. 


1130 


Burial  of  Christian  Friends.         C.  M. 

Why  do  we  mourn  departed  friends, 
Or  shake  at  death's  alarms  ? 
'Tis  but  the  voice  that  Jesus  sends, 
To  call  them  to  his  arms. 

2  Why  should  we  tremble,  to  convey 
Their  bodies  to  the  tomb  ? 
'Twas  there  the  flesh  of  Jesus  lay, 
And  left  a  long  perfume. 

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J0~ 


BURIAL    HYMNS. 


nr 


3  The  graves  of  all  the  saints  he  blest, 

And  softened  every  bed ; 

Where  should  the  dying  members  rest, 
But  with  their  dying  Head? 

4  Then  let  the  last  loud  trumpet  sound, 

And  bid  our  kindred  rise  : — 
Awake,  ye  nations  under  ground ; 
Ye  saints,  ascend  the  skies ! 


1131 


Place  of  'Equality.— Job  3:  18,19.  L.  P.  M. 

There  is  a  dark  and  silent  home, 
Whose  tenants  can  no  longer  roam  : 
Beggars  and  kings  are  equal  there, 
And  servants  from  their  lords  are  free  ; 
There  slaves  must  with  their  masters  share 
A  station  of  equality. 

2  There  is  a  dark  and  narrow  home, 
Whose  inmates  can  no  longer  roam  : 
Oppression's  voice,  nor  toil,  nor  care, 
Disturbs  the  quiet  sleeper's  breast; 

"The  wicked  cease  from  troubling  there, — 
And  there  the  weary  are  at  rest." 

3  There  is  a  dark  and  lowly  home, 
From  which  no  traveler  can  roam  : 
There  captives  rest  together,  there 
No  tyrant  can  his  sceptre  wave  ; 
That  place  where  all  have  equal  share, 
[fi  the  low  mansion  of  the  grave. 


1132 


Burial  of  Friend*, 


C.  M. 


L_ 


WHIH  to  the  grave  our  friends  are  borne. 
Around  their  cold  remains 

How  all  the  tender  passions  mourn, 
And  each  fond  heart  complains! 


!  718  BURIAL   HYMNS. 

\ 


2  But  down  to  earth,  alas,  in  vain 

We  bend  our  weeping-  eyes ; 
0,  let  us  leave  these  seats  of  pain, 
And  upward  learn  to  rise. 

3  Hope  looks  beyond  the  bounds  of  time, 

When  what  we  now  deplore 

Shall  rise  in  full  immortal  prime, 

And  bloom  to  fade  no  more. 


1133 


The  Tomb  and  the  Resurrection.      C.  M. 

Thro'  sorrow's  night  and  danger's  path, 
Amid  the  deep'ning  gloom, 
We,  soldiers  of  an  injured  King, 
Are  marching  to  the  tomb. 

2  There,  when  the  turmoil  is  no  more, 

And  all  our  pow'rs  decay, 
Our  cold  remains,  in  solitude, 
Shall  sleep  the  years  away. 

3  Our  labors  done,  securely  laid 

In  this  our  last  retreat, 
Unheeded,  o'er  our  silent  dust 
The  storms  of  life  shall  beat. 

4  Yet  not  thus  lifeless,  in  the  grave, 

The  vital  spark  shall  lie  ; 
For  o'er  life's  wreck,  that  spark  shall  rise, 
To  seek  its  kindred  sky. 

5  These  ashes  too,  this  little  dust, 

Our  Father's  care  shall  keep, 
Till  the  last  angel  rise,  and  break 
The  long  and  dreary  sleep. 

6  Then  love's  soft  dew  on  every  eye 

Shall  shed  its  mildest  rays, 
And  the  long-silent  dust  shall  burst 
With  shouts  of  endless  praise. 


ADVENT    HYMNS.  719     * 


1134 


ADVENT  HYMNS. 


Kingdom  of  Christ.  C.  M,  ! 


Lo!  what  a  glorious  sight  appears 
To  our  believing  eyes  ! 
Signs  now  proclaim  the  advent  near. 
They  fill  the  earth  and  skies. 

2  From  the  third  heaven,  where  God  resides, 

That  holy,  happy  place, 
The  new  Jerusalem  comes  down, 
Adorned  with  shining  grace. 

3  Attending  angels  shout  for  joy, 

And  the  bright  armies  sing, 

"Mortals,  Lehold  the  sacred  seat 

Of  your  descending  King., 

4  His  own  soft  hand  shall  wipe  the  tears 

From  every  weeping  eye  ; 
And  pains,  and  groans,  and  griefs,  and  fears, 
And  death  itself  shall  die." 

5  How  long,  dear  Saviour,  0  how  long 

Shall  this  bright  hour  delay? 
Fly  swifter 'round,  ye  wheels  of  time, 
And  bring  the  welcome  day. 


1135 


Second  Advent.  L.  M, 

He  comes!  he  comes  !  the  Judge  severe  ; 
The  seventh  trumpet  speaks  him  near; 
\\\<  lightnings  flash,  bis  thunders  roll, — 
JIc'<  welcome  to  the  faithful  soul. 
Welcome^  welcom  et  welcome, 

11 '  '<>  the  faith  fid  soul! 


720  ADVENT   HYMNS. 

2  Descending  on  his  azure  throne, 

He  claims  the  kingdoms  as  his  own ; 
The  kingdoms  all  obey  his  word, 
And  hail  him  their  triumphant  Lord. 
Welcome,  xoelcome,  &c. 

3  Shout,  all  ye  angels  of  the  sky, 
And  all  the  saints  of  the  Most  High ; 
Our  God,  who  now  his  right  obtains, 
Forever  and  forever  reigns. 

Welcome,  welcome,  &c. 

4  The  Father  praise,  the  Son  adore, 
The  Spirit  bless  for  evermore  ; 
Salvation's  glorious  work  is  done, — 
We  welcome  thee,  thou  glorious  One  ! 

Welcome,  welcome,  &c. 


1136 


Christ's  Coming  and  Kingdom,      CM. 

Joy  to  the  world,  the  Lord  is  come! 
Let  earth  receive  her  King ; 
Let  every  heart  prepare  him  room, 
And  heaven  and  nature  sing. 

2  Joy  to  the  earth,  the  Saviour  reigns  ! 
Let  men  their  songs  employ; 

"While  fields  and  flocks,  rocks,  hills  and  plains 
Repeat  the  sounding  joy. 

3  No  more  let  sins  and  sorrows  grow, 
Nor  thorns  infest  the  ground: 

He  comes  to  make  his  blessings  flow 
Far  as  the  curse  is  found. 

4  He  rules  the  earth  with  truth  and  grace, 
And  makes  the  nations  prove 

The  glories  of  his  righteousness, 
And  wonders  of  his  love. 


«r 


ADVENT    HYMNS. 


721 


1137 


The  Bridegroom  Cometh.  H.  M.  6,6,0,0,8,1 

Ye  virgin  souls,  arise; 
With  all  the  dead,  awake ; 
Unto  salvation  wise, 

Oil  in  your  vessels  take  : 
Upstarting  at  the  midnight  cry — 
Behold  the  heavenly  Bridegroom  nigh  ! 

He  comes !  he  comes,  to  call 

The  nations  to  his  bar, 
And  take  to  glory  all 
Who  meet  for  glory  are  ; 
Make  ready  for  your  full  reward ; 
Go  forth  with  joy  to  meet  your  Lord. 

Go,  meet  him  in  the  sky, 

Your  everlasting  Friend — 
Your  Head  to  glorify, 

With  all  his  saints  ascend  : 
Ye  pure  in  heart,  obtain  the  grace, 
To  see,  without  a  vail,  his  face. 

Rejoice  in  glorious  hope 

Of  that  great  day  unknown. 

When  you  shall  be  caught  up 

To  stand  before  his  throne ; 

Call'd  to  partake  the  marriage  feast, 

And  lean  on  our  Immanuel's  breast. 


1138 


Chrid's  Second  Coming.     M.  Ts&Gs. 


Hail  to  the  Lord's  Anointed, 
Great  David's  greater  Son ; 
Hail,  in  the  time  appointed, 
Ilis  reign  on  earth  begun! 
He  cornea  to  break  oppression! 

T-»  set  fche  captive  free; 
To  take  away  transgression; 
And  rale  in  equity. 

21  46 


f   722  FIRST    RESURRECTION. 


2  He  comes,  with  succor  speedy, 

To  those  who  suffer  wrong ; 
To  help  the  poor  and  needy, 

And  bid  the  weak  be  strong ; 
To  give  them  songs  for  sighing, 

Their  darkness  turn  to  light, 
Whose  souls,  condemned  and  dying, 

Were  precious  in  his  sight. 

3  To  him  shall  prayer  unceasing 

And  daily  vows  ascend ; 
His  kingdom  still  increasing, 

A  kingdom  without  end: 
The  tide  of  time  shall  never 

His  covenant  remove ; 
His  name  shall  stand  forever, — 

That  name  to  us  is  love. 


FIEST  KESUBKECTIOK 

The  Saints  Arise.    P.  M.  11,6,11,6,8,8,8,6. 

Soox  we  shall  see,  shall  see  the  glorious  morning 
Saints,  arise — saints,  arise  ! 
Sinners,  attend,  attend  the  notes  of  warning  ; 
Saints,  arise — saints,  arise! 
The  resurrection  day  draws  near, 
The  King  of  saints  shall  soon  appear, 
And  high  unfurl  his  banners  here ; 
Saints,  arise — saints,  arise. 

■)  2  Hear,  hear  the  trump,  the  trump  of  God  re- 
sounding : 
Saints,  arise — saints,  arise! 
.  \     Through   death's  dark  vaults,  dark  vaults  its 
j  notes  rebounding ; 

Saints,  arise — saints,  arise  ! 


FIRST   RESURRECTION. 


72:) 


To  meet  the  Bridegroom,  haste,  prepare; 
Put  "ii  your  bridal  garments  fair, 
And  hail  your  Saviour  in  the  air! 
Saints,  arise — saints,  arise! 

3  The  saints  who  sleep,  who  sleep,  with  joy  awaken ; 
All  arise — all  arise  ; 
Their  clay  cold  beds,  cold  beds  are  quick  forsaken  ; 
All  arise — all  arise  : 
Not  one  of  all  the  faithful  few, 
Who  here  on  earth  the  Saviour  knew. 
But  starts,  with  bliss,  his  Lord  to  view ; 
All  arise — all  arise. 

114U  First  Resurrection.  C.  M. 

re  at  God,  my  slumbering  dust  shall  hear 


G 


Thy  trumpet's  quickening  sound  ; 
And,  by  almighty  pow'r  rebuilt, 
At  thy  right  hand  be  found. 

2  The  ill  see  thee  in  that  day, — 

The  God  who  died  for  me  : 
And  all  my  rising  bones  shall  Bay, 
"Lord,  who  is  like  to  thee?" 

3  If  such  the  views  thy  word  unfolds, 

To  our  weak  faith  below, 
"What  raptures  must  the  saints  above, 
In  Jesus'  presence  know  ! 


1141 


Resurrection  of  the  Christian,       C.  M. 

My  faith  shall  triumph  o'er  the  grave, 
And  trample  on  the  tombs: 
My  -Jesus,  my  Redeemer  lives, 
My  ( tod,  my  Saviour,  ooi 

2  Ere  1  ■ » 1 1 lt  I  know  he  shall  app 
In  power  and  glory  great ; 
And  death,  the  Last  of  all  his 
Lie  vanquished  at  his  fe 


'  724  THE   MILLENNIUM. 

3  When  God  shall  stand  upon  the  earth, 

Him  there  mine  eyes  shall  see : 
My  flesh  shall  feel  a  second  birth, 
And  ever  with  him  be. 

4  How  long,  dear  Saviour !  0  how  long 

Shall  this  bright  hour  delay ! 

0  hasten  thine  appearance,  Lord, 

And  bring  the  welcome  day. 


THE  MILLENNIUM. 


1142 


The  Millennium.  L.  M. 

Look  up,  ye  saints,  with  sweet  surprise, 
Toward  the  joyful,  coming  day, 
When  Jesus  shall  descend  the  skies, 
And  form  his  saints  in  bright  array. 

2  Nations  shall  in  a  day  be  born, 
And  swift,  like  doves,  to  Jesus  fly ; 

The  church  shall  know  no  cloud's  return, 
Nor  sorrows  mixing  with  their  joy. 

3  The  lion  and  the  lamb  shall  feed 
Together  in  his  peaceful  reign  ; 
And  Zion,  blest  with  heav'nly  bread, 
Of  pinching  wants  no  more  complain. 

4  The  Jew,  the  Greek,  the  bond,  the  free, 
Shall  boast  their  sep'rate  rights  no  more ; 
But  join  in  sweetest  harmony, 

Their  Lord,  their  Saviour,  to  adore. 

5  Thus,  till  a  thousand  years  be  past, 
Shall  holiness  and  peace  prevail ; 
And  every  knee  shall  bow  to  Christ, 
And  every  tongue  shall  Jesus  hail. 


TheWatchman's  Report.  i/L.1 

11TAT(  IIMAN  !   tell   US  of    the   Dlghtj 

M     What  its  signs  of  promise  arc? 
Traveler!  o'er  yon  mountain's  height, 
See  that  glory-beaming  star  ! 

2  Watchman!  does  its  beauteous  ray 

Aught  of  hope  or  joy  foretell? 
Traveler!  yes:  it  brings  the  day, 
Pi* >mised  day  of  Israel ! 

3  Watchman]  tell  us  of  the  night; 
Higher  yet  that  star  ascends. 
Traveler!  blessedness  and  light, 
Peace  and  truth  its  course  portends. 

4  Watchman  !  will  its  1  teams  alone 
Gild  the  spot  that  gave  them  birth? 
Traveler !  ages  are  its  own  ; 

See  !  it  bursts  o'er  all  the  earth. 

5  Watchman  !  tell  us  of  the  night, 

For  the  morning  seems  to  dawn. 
Traveler!  darkness  takes  it  flight, 
Doubt  and  terror  are  withdrawn. 

6  Watchman!  let  thy  wanderings  cease; 
Hie  thee  to  thy  quiet  home. 
Traveler!  lo  !  the  Prince  of  peace, 

Lo !  the  Son  of  God  is  come. 


1144 


Tokens  of  the  Latter  Days,         L.  M. 

H.vkk!  don't  yon  hear  the  turtle  dove, 
The  tokens  of  redeeming  love? 

From  hill  to  hill,  we  hear  the  sound. 

The  neighboring  valleys  echo  'round  ! 

()  Zion  I  hear  the  turtle  dove. 

The  tokens  of  redeeming  l< 
They're  come  the  barren  land  to  chi 
And  welcome  in  the  jubile  year. 
21 


726  THE   MILLENNIUM. 

2  The  winter's  past,  the  rain  is  o'er, 
We  feel  the  chilling  winds  no  more; 
Sweet  spring  is  come,  and  summer  too, 
All  things  appear  divinely  new ; 

On  Zion's  mou^it  the  watchmen  cry, 
The  resurrection's  drawing  nigh ; 
Behold  the  nations  from  abroad 
Are  nocking  to  the  mount  of  God. 

3  The  latter  days  have  now  come  on, 
And  fugitives  are  flocking  home  ; 

*        Behold  them  crowd  the  gospel  road, 
All  pressing  for  the  mount  of  God. — 
0  yes  !  and  I  will  join  the  band — 
Now  here's  my  heart,  and  here's  my  hand  ; 
With  Satan's  bands  no  more  I'll  be, 
But  fight  for  Christ  and  liberty. 

4  His  banner  soon  shall  be  unfurl'd, 
And  he  will  come  to  judge  the  world; 
On  Zion's  mountain  we  will  stand, 
Surrounded  by  fair  Canaan's  land. 
The  sun  and  moon  shall  darken'd  be, 
The  flames  consume  the  land  and  sea ; 
When  worlds  on  worlds  together  blaze, 
We'll  shout,  and  loud  hosannas  raise. 


1145 


Dawn  of  the  Millennium.     M.  lis  &  10s. 

Hail  to  the  brightness  of  Zion's  glad  morning ! 
Joy  to  the  lands  that  in  darkness  have  lain ; 
Hush'd  be  the  accents  of  sorrow  and  mourning, 
Zion  in  triumph  begins  her  mild  reign. 

2  Hail  to  the  brightness  of  Zion's  glad  morning !  j 
Long  by  the  prophets  of  Israel  foretold  ; 
Hail  to  the  millions  from  bondage  returning, 
Gentiles  and  Jews  the  blest  vision  behold. 


— ~?3 
THE   MILLENNIUM.  727 


:  3  Lo,  in  the  desert  rich  flowers  are  springing, 
Streams  ever  copious  are  gliding  along  ; 
Loud  from  the  mountain-tops  echoes  are  ringing, 
Wastes  rise  in  verdure  and  mingle  in  song. 

4  See,  from  all  lands — from  the  isles  of  the  ocean, 
Praise  to  Jehovah  ascending  on  high ; 
FalPn  are  the  engines  of  war  and  commotion, 
Shouts  of  salvation  are  rending  the  sky. 


1146 


The  Last  Lovely  Morning.    P.  M.  6,5,6,5. 

The  last  lovely  morning, 
All  blooming  and  fair, 
Is  fast  onward  fleeting, 
And  soon  will  appear. 
WJiile  the  mighty,  mighty,  mighty  trump 

Sounds  come,  come  away : — 
0  let  us  be  ready  to  hail  the  glad  day ! 

2  And  when  that  bright  morning 

In  splendor  shall  dawn, 
Our  tears  shall  cease  flowing, 
Our  sorrows  be  gone. 
While  the  mighty,  mighty,  mighty  trump,  (Sec. 

3  The  Bridegroom  from  glory 

To  earth  shall  descend  ; 
Ten  thousand  bright  angels 
Around  him  attend. 
Wliile  the  mighty,  mighty,  mighty  trump,  d*c. 

4  The  graves  will  be  opened, 

The  dead  shall  arise, 
And  with  the  Redeemer 
Mount  up  to  the  ski 
While  the  mighty,  mighty ^  mighty  trump,  dec. 


728  THE    MILLENNIUM. 


5  The  saints  then  immortal, 
In  glory  shall  reign — 
The  bride  with  the  Bridegroom 
Forever  remain. 
While  the  mighty,  mighty  mighty  tramp,  &c. 


1147 


Gabriel's  Tramp.  C.  P.  M. 

What  sound  is  this  salutes  my  ear  ? 
;Tis  Gabriel's  trump  methinks  I  hear ; 
Th/  expected  day  has  come. 
Behold,  the  heav'ns,  the  earth,  the  sea, 
Proclaim  the  year  of  Jubilee  ! 
Ileturn,  ye  exiles,  home. 

2  Behold  the  fair  Jerusalem, 
Illuminated  by  the  Lamb, 

In  glory  doth  appear  ! 
Fair  Zion,  rising  from  the  tombs, 
To  meet  the  Bridegroom  ;  lo,  he  comes  ! 

And  hails  the  festive  year, 

3  Fly,  ling'ring  moments,  fly,  Ofly! 
I  thirst,  I  pant,  I  long,  to  try, 

Angelic  joys  to  prove  ; 
Soon  shall  I  change  this  house  of  clay, 
Clap  my  glad  wings  and  soar  away, 

And  shout  redeemino;  love  ! 


1148 


The  Millennium  Daioning.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

The  gloomy  night  of  darkness 
Begins  to  flee  away  ; 
The  reddening  streak  of  morning 

Proclaims  the  rising  day; 
That  welcome  day  of  promise, 

When  Christ  shall  claim  his  right, 
And  on  the  world  of  darkness 
Pour  forth  a  flood  of  light. 


THi:    MILLENNIUM. 


2  Now  love  unites  the  people, 

And  tears  away  the  bars; 
They  lay  aside  their  weapons, 

And  cease  from  strifes  and  wars  ; 
All,  with  united  voices, 

All  join  with  one  accord, 
Ascribing  free  salvation 

And  glory  to  the  Lord. 

3  Now  Satan  roars  with  anguish. 

His  servants  quake  with  fear  ; 
His  boasted  kingdom  trembles. 

Its  fall  we  soon  shall  hear : — 
Go  on,  victorious  Saviour! 

Go  on,  almighty  King! 
0  chain  the  woeful  dragon, 

That  earth  thy  praise  may  Bing. 


1149 


Millennial  Dawn.    P.  M.  7,7,7,6,  r,7,7,6 

Saints,  exult ! — adieu  to  tears  ; 
Gloriously  the  dawn  appears — 
Dawn  of  bright  millennial  years, 

Our  great  Messiah's  reign: 
See  his  banner  floating  o'er 
Every  dark  and  heathen  shore; 
Gloom  profound  shall  brood  no  more, 
Nor  idol  gods  remain. 

Hail  the  world's  great  jubilee] 
Day  of  blood-bought  liberty  ! 

Satan  bound — earth  more  than  free — 

Come  forth,  our  choicest  lays: 
Pitch  the  blissful  chorus  high*!  \ 

0  for  cloven  tongues  of  tire  I 
0  for  an  immortal  lyre  I 

To  sing  the  reign  of  graOC  I 


730 


GENERAL   RESURRECTION. 


1150 


Babylon  is  Fallen.  P.  M.  8,7,8,7,8,7,12,10. 

Hail  !  the  day  so  long  expected, 
Hail !  the  year  of  full  release  ; 
Zion's  walls  are  now  erected, 

And  her  watchmen  publish  peace. 
Through  our  Shiloh's  wide  dominion, 

H5ar  the  trumpet  loudly  roar — 
Babylon  is  fallen — is  fallen — is  fallen ! 
Babylon  is  fallen,  to  rise  no  morel 

All  her  merchants  stand  with  wonder, — 
What  is  this  that  comes  to  pass  ? 

Murmuring  like  the  distant  thunder, 
Crying,  "0!  alas,  alas!" 

Swell  the  sound,  ye  kings  and  nobles, 
Priests  and  people,  rich  and  poor, — 
Babylon  is  fallen,  &c. 

Blow  the  trumpet  in  mount  Zion, 
Christ  will  come  the  second  time ; 

Ruling  with  a  rod  of  iron, 
All  who  now  as  foes  combine, 

Babel's  garments  we've  rejected; 
And  our  fellowship  is  o'er. 
Babylon  is  fallen,  &c. 


GENERAL  RESURRECTION. 

1101      A  Prospect  of  the  Resurrection.      C.  M. 

How  long  shall  death,  the  tyrant,  reign, 
And  triumph  o'er  the  just  ? 
How  long  the  blood,  of  martyrs  slain, 
Lie  mingled  with  the  dust  ? 


GENERAL   RESURRECTION.  731 

JL 

2  Faith  hears  the  voice,  "Ye  dead,  arise!" 
And  lo  !  the  graves  obey  ; 

And  waking  saints,  with  joyful  eyes, 
Salute  th'  expected  day. 

3  They  leave  the  dust,  and  on  the  wing 
Rise  to  the  midway  air  ; 

In  shining  garments  meet  their  King, 
And  low  adore  him  there. 

4  0  may  our  humble  spirits  stand 
Among  them,  clothed  in  white  ! 

The  lowest  place  at  his  right  hand 
Is  infinite  delight. 

5  How  will  our  joy  and  wonder  rise, 
"When  our  returning  King 

Shall  bear  us  home  to  paradise, 
On  love's  triumphant  wing. 


1152 


Exulting  in  the  Resurrection.       C.  M. 

When*  the  last  trumpet's  awful  voice 
This  rending  earth  shall  shake, 
When  opening  graves  shall  yield  their  charge, 
And  dust  t<>  life  awake, — 

2  Those  bodies  that  corrupted  fell 

Shall  incorrupt  ari 
And  mortal  forms  shall  spring  to  life 
Immortal  in  the  skies. 

3  Behold,  what  heavenly  prophets  sung 

I-  now  at  Last  fullill'd  : 
And  death  yields  up  his  ancient  rei 
And,  vanquiab'd,  quite  the  \'.< 

4  Let  faith  exult  her  joyful  \.  ' 

And  now  in  triumph  sing: — 

0  grave,  where  i<  thy  vi<  • 

And  where,  O  death,  thy  sting? 


8L. 


GENERAL    RESURRECTION. 


Resurrection  from  the  Grave.       L.  M. 

Shall  man,  0  God  of  light  and  life, 
Forever  moulder  in  the  grave  ? 
Canst  thou  forget  thy  glorious  work, 
Thy  promise  and  thy  pow'r  to  save  ? 

2  Shall  life  revisit  dying  worms, 
And  spread  the  joyful  insect's  wing? 
And  0,  shall  man  awake  no  more 
To  see  thy  face,  thy  name  to  sing? 

3  Cease,  cease,  ye  vain  desponding  fears! 
When  Christ,  our  Lord,  from  darkness  sprung, 
Death,  the  last  foe,  was  captive  led, 

And  heav'n  with  praise  and  wonder  rung. 

4  The  trump  shall  sound,  the  dust  awake ; 
From  the  cold  tomb,  the  slumb'rers  spring; 
Through  heav'n,  with  joy  their  myriads  rise, 
And  hail  their  Saviour  and  their  Kino;. 


1154 


Longing  for  the  Resurrection.        L.  M. 
"YTo :  I'll  repine  at  death  no  more ; 
iN  But,  calm  and  cheerful,  will  resign 
To  the  cold  dungeon  of  the  grave, 
These  dying,  withering  limbs  of  mine. 

2  Let  worms  devour  my  wasting  flesh, 
And  crumble  all  my  bones  to  dust ; 
My  God  shall  raise  my  frame  anew 
At  the  revival  of  the  just. 

3  Break,  sacred  morning !  through  the  skies, 
And  usher  in  that  glorious  day: 

Come  quickly,  Lord !  cut  short  the  hours ! 
Th}--  ling'ring  wheels,  how  long  they  stay  ! 

4  Haste,  then,  upon  the  wings  of  love, 
Rouse  all  the  pious  sleeping  clay  ; 
That  we  may  join  in  heav'nly  joys, 
And  sing  the  triumph  of  the  day. 


HAL    RESURRECTION. 


733 


1155 


L.  M. 


Assurance  of  the  Resurrection, 

What  sinners  value,  1  resign: 
Lord,  "'tis  enough  thai  thou  art  mine  ! 
I  shall  behold  thy  blissful  faee, 
And  stand  complete  in  righteousness. 

2  This  life's  a  dream,  an  empty  show ; 
But  the  bright  world  to  which  I  go 

I  lath  joys  substantial  and  sincere  ; 
When  shall  I  wake  and  find  me  there  ? 

3  0  glorious  hour !  0  blest  abode ! 

I  shall  be  near,  and  like  my  God ; 
And  flesh  and  sin  no  more  control 
The  sacred  pleasures  of  the  soul. 

4  My  flesh  shall  slumber  in  the  ground 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound ; 
Then  burst  the  chains  with  sweet  surprise, 
And  in  my  Saviour's  image  rise. 

Triumph  over  Death.  -    C 

<  reat  God,  I  own  thy  sentence  just ; 

And  nature  must  decay  ; 

I  yield  m;  the  dust, 

To  dwell  with  fellow  clay. 

2  The  mighty  Conqu'ror  shall  appear, 
High  od  a  royal  scat, 

And  death,  the  last  of  all  his  foes, 
Lie  vanquished  at  his  feet. 

3  Though  greedy  worms  devour  my  skin, 
And  gnaw  my  wasting  flesh, 

When  God  shall  build  my  bones  again, 
He'll  clothe  them  all  afr 

4  Then  shall  1  Bee  thy  lovely  I 
Wi1  tnmorta]  i  ■;. 

And  feast  upon  thy  wondr 
"With  pleasure  and  erarpri 

J.J 


M. 


G" 


734  JUDGMENT. 


1157 


Hope  of  the  Resurrection.  L.  M. 

Whew  God  is  nigh,  my  faith  is  strong ; 
His  arm  is  my  almighty  prop ; 
Be  glad,  my  heart,  rejoice,  my  tongue, 
My  dying  flesh  shall  rest  in  hope. 

2  Though  in  the  dust  I  lay  my  head, 
Yet,  gracious  God,  thou  wilt  not  leave 
My  soul  forever  with  the  dead, 

Nor  lose  thy  children  in  the  grave. 

3  My  flesh  shall  thy  first  call  obey, 
Shake  off  the  dust,  and  rise  on  high ; 
Then  shalt  thou  lead  the  wondrous  way 
Up  to  thy  throne  above  the  sky. 

4  There  streams  of  endless  pleasure  flow ; 
i  And  full  discoveries  of  thy  grace, 

Which  we  but  tasted  here  below, 

Spread  heavenly  joys  through  all  the  place. 


JUDGMENT. 

ilDo  Day  of  Judgment.        M.  8s  7s  &  4. 

Day  of  judgment,  day  of  wonders ! 
Hark !  the  trumpet's  awful  sound — 
Louder  than  a  thousand  thunders, — 
Shakes  the  vast  creation, round! 

How  the  summons 
Will  the  sinner's  heart  confound  ! 

\         2  See  the  Judge,  our  nature  wearing, 
Oloth'd  in  majesty  divine! 
You,  who  long  for  his  appearing, 

Then  shall  say,  "This  God  is  mine:  " 

Gracious  Saviour. 
Own  me  in  that  day  for  thine!   • 

m , ©> 


SCENT.  735  J 


3  At  his  call  the  dead  awaken — 

Rise  to  life  from  earth  and  sea  ; 

All  the  pow'rs  of  nature,  shaken 
By  his  looks,  prepare  to  fiec : 

Careless  sinner. 
What  will  then  become  of  thee? 

4  Horrors,  past  imagination, 

Will  surprise  your  trembling  heart, 
When  you  hear  your  condemnation. 
" Hence,  accursed  wretch,  depart! 

And  with  Satan 
And  his  angels  have  thy  part  !  n 

5  But  to  those  who  have  confessed, 

Lov'd  and  serv'd  the  Lord  be! 
He  will  say,  "Come  near,  ye  blessed, 
See  the  kingdom  I  bestow : 

You  forever 
Shall  my  love  and  glory  know." 


1159 


lions  on  the  Judgment,        C.  M. 

And  must  I  be  to  judgment  brought, 
answer,  in  that  day. 
every  vain  and  idle  thought, 
And  every  word  I  say? 

2  Yes,  every  secret  of  my  heart 

Shall  shortly  be  made  known, 
And  I  receive  my  just  desert 
For  all  that  I  have  done. 

3  How  careful,  then,  ought  I  to  live! 

With  what  religions  fear! 
Who  BUoh  a  strict  account  mud 

my  behavior  here 

4  Thou  awful  Judge  of  ipiick  and  d< 

The  watchful  l 

So  -hall  I  to  my  ways  take  h< 

To  all  I  speak  or  do. 


!736 


JUDGMENT. 


~W 


5  If  now  thou  standest  at  the  door, 
0,  let  me  feel  thee  near, 
And  make  my  peace  with  God,  before 
I  at  thy  bar  appear. 


Preparation  for  Judgment.  S.  M. 

Thou  Judge  of  quick  and  dead ! 
Before  whose  bar  severe, 
With  holy  joy,  or  guilty  dread, 
AVe  all  must  soon  appear : 

!       Our  caution' d  souls  prepare 
For  that  tremendous  day, 
And  fill  us  all  with  watchful  care, 
And  stir  us  up  to  pray; 

To  pray  and  wait  the  hour, 

That  awful  hour  unknown, 

When  robed  in  majesty  and  pow'r, 

Thou  shalt  from  heav'n  come  down : 

Th'  immortal  Son  of  man, 
To  judge  the  human  race, 
With  all  thy  Father's  dazzling  train, 
With  all  thy  glorious  grace. 

0  may  we  all  ensure 
A  lot  among  the  blest ; 
And  watch  a  moment,  to  secure 
An  everlasting  rest! 


1181 


Banishment  from  God  Dreadful.     C.  M. 

That  awful  day  will  surely  come, 
Th'  appointed  hour  makes  haste, 
When  I  must  stand  before  my  Judge, 
And  pass  the  solemn  test. 

Thou  lovely  chief  of  all  my  joys, 

Thou  sovereign  of  my  heart, 
How  could  I  bear  to  hear  thy  voice 

Pronounce  the  sound,  Depart  ? 


JUDGMENT.  737  ' 


3  The  thunder  of  that  dismal  word 

Would  so  torment  my  ear, 
'Twould  tear  my  soul  asunder,  Lord, 
With  most  tormenting  fear. 

4  What!  to  he  banish'd  from  my  life," 

And  jet  forbid  to  die! 

To  linger  in  eternal  pain, 

Yet  death  forever  fly ! 

5  0  wretched  state  of  deep  despair  ! 

To  see  my  God  remove, 
And  fix  my  doleful  station,  where 
I  cannot  taste  his  love  ! 

6  0  tell  me  that  my  worthless  name 

Is  graven  on  thy  hands! 
Show  me  some  promise  in  thy  book, 
Where  my  salvation  stands. 


Christ  Coming  to  Judgment.    M.  8s,  7s,  &  4 

Lo!  he  comes,  with  clouds  descending, 
Once  for  favored  sinners  slain ; 
Thousand  thousand  saints  attending, 
Swell  the  triumph  of  his  train : 

Hallelujah  I 
Jesus  comes,  and  comes  to  reign. 

2  Every  eye  shall  now  behold  him, 
Ivobed  in  dreadful  majesty ; 
Those  who  set  at  naught,  and  sold  him, 
Pierced  and  nailed  him  to  the  tree, 

Deeply  wailing. 
That  they  now  condemn'd  must  be. 

expected, 
in  solemn  pomp  appear : 
All  his  saints,  by  man  rejected, 
Now  shall  meet  him  In  the  air; 

Hallelujah] 
See  (he  day  of  <'«'m1  appear. 
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JUDGMENT  . 


4  Mighty  King,  let  all  adore  thee, 
High  on  thine  eternal  throne  ; 
Saviour,  take  the  power  and  glory, 
Claim  the  kingdoms  for  thine  own ! 

0  come  quickly, — 
Reign,  Lord  Jesus,  reign  alone ! 


Judgment  in  Prospect.  S.  M. 

And  will  the  Judge  descend  ? 
And  must  the  dead  arise  ? 
And  not  a  single  soul  escape 
His  all-discerning  eyes? 

2  How  will  my  heart  endure 
The  terrors  of  that  day, 

When  earth  and  heaven  before  his  face 
Astonish'd,  shrink  away? 

3  But  ere  that  trumpet  shakes 
The  mansions  of  the  dead, 

Hark !  from  the  gospel's  cheering  sound 
What  joyful  tidings  spread. 

4  Ye  sinners,  seek  his  grace — 
His  wrath  ye  cannot  bear  ; 

Fly  to  the  shelter  of  his  cross, 
And  find  salvation  there. 

5  So  shall  that  curse  remove, 

By  which  the  Saviour  bled ; 
And  the  last  awful  day  shall  pour 
His  blessings  on  your  head. 


1164 


The  Lord  will  Come. 


L.  M. 


The  Lord  will  come ;  the  earth  shall  quake ; 
The  hills  their  ancient  seats  forsake ; 
And,  withering,  from  the  vault  of  night 
The  stars  withdraw  their  feeble  light. 


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JUDGMENT.  739 


2  The  Lord  will  come  ;  but  not  the  same 
As  once  in  lowly  form  lie  came, 

A  quiet  Lamb,to  slaughter  led, 

The  bruised,  the  suffering,  and  the  dead. 

3  The  Lord  will  come;  a  dreadful  form, 
With  wreath  of  flame  and  robe  of  storm, 
On  cherub  wings  and  wings  of  wind, 
Anointed  Judge  of  all  mankind. 

4  Can  this  be  he,  once  wont  to  stray, 
A  pilgrim  on  the  world's  highway; 

By  power  oppress'd  and  mocked  by  pride — 
The  Nazarene — the  Crucified  ? 

5  Go,  tyrants,  to  the  rocks  complain : 
Go,  seek  the  mountain's  cleft  in  vain; 
But  faith,  victorious  o'er  the  tomb, 
Shall  sing  for  joy,  "The  Lord  is  come/7 


1165 


Judgment  in  Prospect.     M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

See  th'  eternal  Judge  descending! 
View  him  seated  on  the  throne  ! 
Now,  poor  sinner,  now  lamenting, 
Stand  and  hear  thy  awful  doom: — 

Trumpets  call  thee ! 
Stand  and  hear  tlfy  awful  doom. 

Hear  the  cries  he  now  is  venting, 
Fill'd  with  dread  of  fiercer  pain, 

While  in  anguish  thus  lamenting 
That  he  ne'er  was  born  again: 

Greatly  mourning 
That  he  ne'er  was  born  again. 

"Yonder  sit-  my  Blighted  Saviour, 
With  the  marks  oi  dying  love; 

0  that  I  had  Bought  his  favor. 
When  I  felt  hifl  Spirit  move! — 
Golden  moments, 

When  I  felt  hifl  Spirit  move." 


*  740  JUDGMENT. 

4  Now,  despisers,  look  and  wonder ! 
Hope  and  sinners  here  must  part : 
Louder  than  a  peal  of  thunder, 

Hear  the  dreadful  sound,  "Depart!" 

Lost  forever! 
Hear  the  dreadful  sound,  "Depart!" 

JJ.UU  Judgment  Scenes.  P.  M. 

Parent's  and  children  there  may  part, 
Parents  and  children  there  may  part, 
Parents  and  children  there  may  part, 
May  part  to  meet  no  more. 
0,  there  will  be  mourning! 
Mourning — mou  ming — mourning  ! 
0,  there  will  be  mourning 
At  the  judgment  seat  of  Christ ! 

2  Wives  and  husbands  there  may  part,  &c. 

3  Brothers  and  sisters  there  may  part,  &c. 

4  Friends  and  neigbors  there  may  part,  &c. 

5  Pastors  and  people  there  may  part,  &c. 

6  Devils  and  sinners  there  will  meet,  &c. 

7  Saints  and  angels  there  will  meet,  &c. 

0,  there  will  be  shouting!  &c. 


1167 


Wheat  and  Tares,  or  Last  Harvest.   L.  M. 

This  is  the  field,  the  world  below, 
In  which  the  sowers  come  to  sow ; 
Jesus  the  wheat,  Satan  the  tares — 
For  so  the  word  of  truth  declares : 
And  soon  the  reaping  time  will  come, 
And  angels  shout  the  harvest  home. 

2  To  love  my  sins,  a  saint  appear, 
To  grow  with  wheat  and  be  a  tare — 
May  serve  me  while  on  earth  below, 
Where  tares  and  wheat  together  grow : 
But  soon  the  reaping  time  will  come,  &c. 


3  Most  awful  truth  !  and  is  it  so? 
Must  all  mankind  the  harvest  know? 
Is  every  one  a  wheat  or  tare? 

Me  for  the  harvest,  Lord,  prepare: 
For  soon  the  reaping  time  will  come,  &c. 

4  Then  all  who  truly  righteous  be, 
Their  Father's  kingdom  there  shall  see ; 
But  tares  in  bundles  shall  be  bound, 
And  cast  to  hell, — 0  doleful  sound! 

For  soon  the  reaping  time  will  come,  dx. 

llUO         Pleading  for  Acceptance.         C.  P.  M. 

Whex  thou,  my  righteous  Judge,  shalt  come 
To  take  thy  ransomed  people  home, 
Shall  I  among  them  stand? 
Shall  such  a  worthless  worm  as  I, 
"Who  sometimes  am  afraid  to  die, 
Be  found  at  thy  right  hand  ? 

2  I  love  to  meet  thy  people  now, 
Before  thy  feet  with  them  to  bow, 

Though  weakest  of  them  all; 
But,  can  I  bear  the  piercing  thought? — 

What,  if  my  name  should  he  left  out, 
When  thou  for  them  shalt  call? 

3  0  Lord,  prevent  it  by  thy  grace ; 
Be  thou  my  only  hiding  \ 

In  that  tremendous  day  : 
Thy  pardoning  voice,  0  let  me  hear, 
To  still  my  unbelieving  fear, 

Nor  let  me  fall,  I  pray. 

4  And  when  the  final  trump  shall  sound, 

Among  thy  Baintfl  let  me  l>"  found, 

To  bow  before  thy  face : 
Then  in  triumphant  strains  I'll  sing, 

While  b(  -  lUnding  mansions  rim:-. 

With  shouts  of  boundless  grace. 


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1169 


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The  Judgment  Anticipated.  C.  M. 

hen,  rising  from  the  bed  of  death, 
O'erwhelmed  with  guilt  and  fear, 
I  see  my  Maker  face  to  face, 
0!  how  shall  I  appear? 

2  If  now,  while  pardon  may  be  found, 

And  mercy  may  be  sought, 
My  heart  with  inward  horror  shrinks 
And  trembles  at  the  thought ; 

3  When  thou,  0  Lord,  shalt  stand  disclosed, 

In  majesty  severe, 
And  sit  in  judgment  on  my  soul, 
0 !  how  shall  I  appear  ? 

4  Then  see  my  sorrows,  gracious  Lord ; 

Let  mercy  set  me  free  ; 
While,  in  the  confidence  of  pray'r, 
My  heart  takes  hold  on  thee. 

5  For  never  shall  my  soul  despair 

Thy  mercy  to  procure, 
Since  thy  beloved  Son  has  died 
To  make  that  mercy  sure. 

11 1 U   Final  Separation  at  the  Judgment.    C.  M. 

Behold  !  that  great  and  awful  day 
Of  parting  soon  will  come, 
When  sinners  must  be  hurPd  away, 
And  christians  gathered  home: — 

2  Perhaps  the  parent  sees  the  child 

Sink  down  to  endless  pain, 
*     With  groans,  and  shrieks,  and  bitter  cries, 
Never  to  rise  again  : — 

3  "0  father,  see  my  bleeding  hands!" 

"  Mother,  behold!  your  child 
Against  you  now  a  witness  stands. 
With  all  its  sins  defiled: 


4  The  child,  perhaps,  its  parents  views, 

Sink  headlong  down  to  hell — 
Gone  with  the  rest  of  Satan's 
And  bid  the  child—"  Farewell:" 

5  The  husband  sees  his  piteous  wife, 

"With  whom  he  once  did  dwell, 
Depart  with  groans  and  bitter  cries — 
"  My  husband,  fare  you  well:" 

G  But  0,  perhaps  the  wife  may  see 
The  man  she  once  did  love, 
Sink  down  to  endless  misery, — 
While  she  is  crowned  above  ! 


1171 


HELL. 

Hell.  In  M. 

Hell!  'tis  a  word  of  dreadful  sound ! 
It  chills  the  heart  and  shocks  the  ear, 
ickly  damp  around. 
And  makes  the  guilty  quake  with  fear. 

2  Far  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day, 
Its  frightful,  gloomy  region  lies  ! 
Fierce  flames  amidst  the  darkness  play, 
And  thick  sulphureous  vapors  rise. 

-oience,  the  never  dying  worm, 
With  constant  torture  gnaws  the  heart; 

And  woe  and  wrath,  in  every  form, 

Inflame  the  wounds,  Lucre  mart. 

4  The  Vrwlwdm'd  with  woe, 

And  bite  their  everlasting  ohai 
I  with  their  rage,  fcheir  torm 
intment  but  auginenl  ins. 

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744  HELL. 


Sad  world  indeed !  what  heart  can  bear 
Hopeless  in  all  those  pains  to  lie ; 
Racked  with  vexation — grief,  despair — 
And  ever  dying — never  die  ? 

"  Lord,  save  a  guilty  soul  from  hell, 
Who  seeks  thy  pard'ning,  cleansing  blood; 
0 !  let  me  in  thy  kingdom  dwell, 
To  praise  my  Saviour  and  my  God." 


1172 


1173 


Perdition.  C.  M. 

Far  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day, 
Hell's  gloomy  regions  lie ; 
Where  flames  amid  the  darkness  play, 
The  worm  shall  never  die. 

The  breath  of  God,  his  angry  breath, 

Supplies  and  fans  the  fire ; 
There  sinners  taste  the  second  death, 

And  would,  but  can't  expire. 

Conscience,  the  never  dying  worm, 
AVith  torture  gnaws  the  heart ; 

And  woe  and  wrath  in  every  form, 
Is  now  the  sinner's  part. 

Sad  world  indeed  ;  ah  !  who  can  bear 

Forever  there  to  dwell, — 
Forever  sinking  to  despair, — 

In  all  the  pains  of  hell? 


Where  their  Worm  Dieth  Not  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Sinner,  can  you  slight  the  Saviour, 
Press  your  downward  way  to  hell, 
Sink  your  priceless  soul  forever, 
Where  the  lost  in  anguish  dwell? 

2  Conscience  is  a  worm  undying, 
Guilt  an  everlasting  fire ; 
Hope,  its  blessed  beam  denying, 
Must  from  that  dark  world  retire. 


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HEAVEN. 


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In  that  prison,  endless  moanin. 
Blasphemies  and  madness  dwell; 

Chains  of  darkn  a  and  groanings, 

This,  0  sinner,  this  is  hell. 
Sinner,  can  you  slight  the  Saviour, 

Press  your  downward  way  to  hell, 
Sink  your  priceless  soul  forever, 

Where  the  lost  in  anguish  dwell . 


1174 


The  Rich  Man  and  Lazarus.        L.  M. 

IN  what  confusion  earth  appears — 
God's  dearest  children  bathed  in  tears  ! 
While  they,  who  heaven  itself  deride, 
Riot  in  luxury  and  pride. 

2  But  patient  let  my  soul  attend. 
And,  ere  I  .censure,  view  the  end; 
That  end  how  different!  who  can  tell 
The  wide  extremes  of  heaven  and  hell: 

3  See  the  red  flames  around  him  twine 
Who  did  in  gold  ano\  purple  shine  ; 
Nor  can  his  tongue  one  drop  obtain 
T'  allay  the  Boorching  of  his  pain  ; 

4  While  round  the  saint,  so  poor  below, 
Full  rivers  of  salvation  flow; 

On  Abraham's  breast,  he  leans  his  head. 
And  banquets  on  celestial  bread. 


HEAVKX. 


1175 


Wh<  immortal  r 

Infinite  lades  the  night, 

And  pleasures  banish  pain. 
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'746  HEAVEN.  ®j 

2  There,  everlasting  spring  abides, 

And  never-withering  flowers ; 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea,  divides 
That  heav'nly  land  from  ours. 

3  Sweet  fields,  beyond  the  swelling  flood, 

Stand  dressed  in  living  green  : 

So  to  the  Jews  old  Canaan  stood, 

While  Jordan  rolled  between. 

4  But  timorous  mortals  start  and  shrink 

To  cross  this  narrow  sea  ; 
And  linger,  shivering,  on  the  brink, 
And  fear  to  launch  away. 

5  0,  could  we  make  our  doubts  remove — 

These  gloomy  doubts  that  rise — 
And  see  the  Canaan  that  we  Jove, 
With  unbeclouded  eyes ; — 

6  Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er, — 
Not  Jordan's  streams,  nor  death's  cold  flood, 
Could  fright  us  from  the  shore. 


1176 


The  Peace  and  Re-pose  of  Heaven.    CM. 

There  is  an  hour  of  hallowed  peace 
For  those  with  cares  opprest, 
When  sighs  and  sorrowing  tears  shall  cease, 
And  all  be  hushed  to  rest. 

2  'Tis  then  the  soul  is  freed  from  fears 

And  doubts  which  here  annoy ; 
Then  they  who  oft  had  sown  in  tears 
Shall  reap  again  in  joy. 

3  There  is  a  home  of  sweet  repose, 

Where  storms  assail  no  more  ; 
The  stream  of  endless  pleasure  flows 
On  that  celestial  shore. 


iikavkx.  747 a' 


4  There  purity  with  love  appears, 
And  bliss  without  alloy; 
There  they  who  oft  had  sown  in  tears 
Shall  reap  again  in  joy. 


1177 


What  is  Heaven?  C.  II.  M. 


Hi:  a  vex  is  the  land  where  troubles  cease, 
Where  toils  and  tears  are  o'er; 
The  blissful  clime  of  rest  and  peace, 

Where  cares  distract  no  more  ; 
And  not  a  shadow  of  distress 
Dims  its  unsullied  blessedness. 

j  2  Heaven  is  the  place  where  Jesus  dwells, 
And  pleads  his  flowing  blood, 
"\Vhtfe  to  his  pray'rs,  his  Father  gives 

An  unknown  multitude — 
Whose  harps  and  tongues,  through  endless  days, 
Shall  crown  his  head  with  songs  of  praise. 


Heaven  is  the  dwelling-place  of  joy, 

The  home  of  light  and  1 
Where  faith  and  hope  in  rapture  die, 

And  ransomed  souls  above 

Father's  throne, 
Bliss  everlasting  and  unknown. 


1178 


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ian's  Home.   P.M. 6,4,6,4,6,6,6,4. 

)m  but  a  stranger  here — 
Heaven  ia  my  home ; 
Earth  i>  a  desert  drear — 

Heaven  ifl  my  home : 
Danger  and  sorrow  stand 
md  me  on  every  hand — 
n  i-  my  father-land, 
Eeaven  i-  my  home. 

_____ Qi 


|0  748  HEAVEN.  ~~^ 


1179 


What,  though  the  tempests  rage  ? 

Heaven  is  my  home  ; 
Short  is  my  pilgrimage — 

Heaven  is  my  home ; 
And  time's  wild,  wint'ry  blast 
Soon  will  be  overpast ; 
I  shall  reach  home  at  last — 

Heaven  is  my  home. 
There  at  my  Saviour's  side, — 

Heaven  is  my  home ; 
I  shall  be  glorified, — 

Heaven  is  my  home; 
There  are  the  good  and  blest 
Those  I  love  most  and  best, 
There  too,  I  soon  shall  rest,— 

Heaven  is  my  home. 
Therefore,  I  murmur  not — 

Heaven  is  my  home ; 
Whate'er  my  earthly  lot, 

Heaven  is  my  home  ; 
And  I  shall  surely  stand 
There  at  my  Lord's  right  hand — 
Heaven  is  my  fatherland ; 

Heaven  is  my  home. 


The  Ferpetuity  of  Heaven,     S.  II.  M 

Beyond  the  flight  of  time, 
Beyond  the  reign  of  death, 
There  surely  is  some  blessed  clime 

Where  life  is  not  a  breath, 
Nor  life's  affections,  transient  fire, 
Whose  sparks  fly  upwards  and  expire. 

2  There  is  a  world  above, 

Where  parting  is  unknown  ; 
A  long  eternity  of  love, 

Formed  for  the  good  alone, 
And  faith  beholds  the  dying  here 
Translated  to  that  glorious  sphere. 


F  heaven.  749®' 

3  Thus  star  by  star  declines, 
Till  all  are  passed  away : 
As  morning  high  and  higher  shines 
To  pure  and  perfect  day; 

Nor  sink  those  stars  in  empty  night, 
But  hide  themselves  in  heaven's  own  light. 


1180 


1181 


The  Heavenly  Jerusalem.  C.  M. 

Jerusalem,  my  happy  home, 
0,  how  I  long  for  thee! 
When  will  my  sorrows  have  an  end? 
Thy  joys  when  shall  I  see? 

2  Thy  walls  are  all  of  precious  stones, 

Most  glorious  to  behold  ! 
Thy  gates  are  richly  set  with  pearl, 
Thy  streets  are  paved  with  gold. 

3  Thy  gardens  and  thy  pleasant  greens 

My  study  long  have  been  ; 
Such  sparkling  light,  by  human  sight, 
Has  never  yet  been  seen. 

4  If  heaven  be  thus,  0  glorious  Lord, 

Why  should  I  stay  from  thence? 
What  folly  'tis,  that  I  should  dread 
To  die,  and  go  from  hence. 


The  Promised  Land.  C.  If. 

An  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand, 
V  And  cast  a  wishful  eye 
To  Canaan's  fair  and  happy  land, 
Where  my  possessions  lie. 
2  0  the  transporting,  rapturous  scene, 
That  rises  to  my  Bight ! 
Sweet  fields,  a  en, 

And  rivers  of  delighl  ! 

de  1  plains 
Shin  irnal  day ; 

There  <  tod,  the  Sun,  forei 
And  scatters  night  away. 
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750  HEAVEN. 


4  No  chilling  winds  or  poisonous  breath 

Can  reach  that  healthful  shore  ; 
Sickness  and  sorrow,  pain  and  death 
Are  felt  and  feared  no  more. 

5  When  shall  I  reach  that  happy  place, 

And  be  forever  blest  ? 
When  shall  I  see  my  Father's  face, 
And  in  his  bosom  rest  ? 

6  FilPd  with  delight,  my  raptured  soul 

Would  here  no  longer  stay  ; 
Though  Jordan's  waves  around  me  roll, 
Fearless  I'd  launch  away. 

LlOZ       Believer's  Hope  and  Portion.         C.  M. 

What  have  I  in  this  barren  land, 
When  Jesus  is  not  here? 
My  soul  is  never  bless'd,  until 
My  Jesus  doth  appear. 

2  My  Jesus  has  gone  up  to  heav'n, 

To  fix  a  place  for  me : 
For  His  his  will,  that  where  he  is, 
His  followers  should  be. 

3  Canaan  I  view  from  Pisgah's  top  ; 

Of  Canaan's  grapes  I  taste; 
My  Lord,  who  sends  them  to  me  here, 
Will  send  for  me  at  last. 

4  I  have  a  God  who  changeth  not : 

Why  should  I  be  perplex'd? 
My  God,  who  owns  me  in  this  world, 
Will  own  me  in  the  next. 


1183 


Heaven,  the  Pilgrim's  Home.         C.  M. 

While  thro'  this  changing  world  we  roam, 
From  infancy  to  age, 
Heaven  is  the  christian  pilgrim's  home, 
His  rest  at  every  stage. 


'SL~ 


2  Thither  his  raptured  thought  ascends, 

Eternal  joys  to  share  ; 
There  his  adoring  spirit  bends, 
While  here  he  kneels  in  pray'r. 

3  From  earth  his  freed  affections  rise, 

To  fix  on  things  above, 
Where  all  his  hope  of  glory  lies, — 
Where  all  is  perfect  love. 

4  There,  too,  may  we  our  treasure  place, 

There  let  our  hearts  be  found  ; 
That  still,  where  sin  abounded,  grace 
May  more  and  more  abound. 

5  Henceforth  our  conversation  be 

With  Christ  before  the  throne ; 
Ere  long  we  eye  to  eye  shall  see, 
And  know  as  we  are  known. 


1184 


The  Happy  Land.    P.  M.  6,4,6,4,6,7,6,4. 

Tsere  is  a  happy  land, 
Far,  far  aw a}% — 
Where  Baints  in  glory  stand, 

Bright,  bright  as  day: 
0,  how  they  sweetly  sing, — 
Worthy  is  the  Saviour  King! 
Loud  let  his  praises  ring 
For  evermore. 


2  Come  to  this  happy  land, 

Come,  come  away  ; 
Why  will  ye  doubting  stand? 

Why  still  delay? 
0;  wo  ihaU  happy  h"  ! 
When  from  bud  and  Borrow 

Lord,  we  -hall  live  with  thco. 


P752 


HEAVEN. 


3  Bright,  in  that  happy  land, 

Beams  every  eye ; 
Kept  by  a  Father's  hand, 

Love  cannot  die. 
0,  then,  to  glory  run  ; 
Be  a  crown  and  kingdom  won ; 
And  bright  above  the  sun, 

Reign  evermore. 


1185 


Children  in  Heaven. 


CM. 


Around  the  throne  of  God  in  heaven, 
Thousands  of  children  stand ; 
Children,  whose  sins  are  all  forgiven, 
A  holy,  happy  band. 

2  What  brought  them  to  that  world  above, 

That  heaven  so  bright  and  fair — 

Where  all  is  peace,  and  joy,  and  love  ? 

How  came  those  children  there  ? 

3  Because  the  Saviour  shed  his  blood 

To  wash  away  their  sins  ; 
Bathed  in  that  pure  and  precious  flood, 
Behold  them  white  and  clean ! 

4  Saved  here  on  earth  by  Jesus'  grace, 

In  honor  of  his  name  ; 
So  now  they  see  his  blessed  face, 
And  stand  before  the  Lamb. 


1186 


The  Spirit  Land. 


C.  M. 


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Oyes,  there  is  a  happier  shore, 
A  land  of  sweeter  bliss ! 
More  radiant, bright  and  beautiful, 
And  lovelier  far  than  this. 

2  Where  stainless  spirits  wander  free, 
In  shining  garments  clad ; 
And  every  eye  is  lit  with  joy, 
And  every  heart  is  glad. 


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heaven.  ,;>:>" 


No  pain  or  Borrow  erer  can 

Knter  this  world  bo  fair, 
No  Bcenea  of  woe,  oft  felt  below, 

Are  ever  witnessed  there. 
This  blissful  region  ever  a 

And  ever  still  shall  be ; 
And  never  will  it  pass  away, 

Through  all  eternity. 
It  is  the  weary  pilgrim's  home, 

The  rest  to  wand'rers  given ; 
The  great  rewards  of  holy  souls, 

The  christians7  future  heaven. 


1187 


Heaven  the  Saint's  Father-land.  M.9s&8s. 

Tiiere  is  a  place  where  my  hopes  are  stay'd, 
My  heart  and  treasure  are  there  ; 
Where  verdure  and  blossoms  never  fade, 
And  fields  are  eternally  fair. 
TJwt  blissful  place  is  my  father-land  ; 

By  faith  its  delights  I  explore; 
Come,  favor  my  flight,  angelic  band, 
An'  in  peact  to  the  shore. 

2  There  is  a  place  where  the  angels  dwell, 

A  pure  and  a  peaceful  al 
The  joys  of  that  place  no  tongue  can  tell; 
For  there  is  the  palace  of  God  I 
That  blissful  place,  dec, 

3  There  is  a  place  where  my  friends  are  gone 

Who  Biiner'd  and  worshiped  with  i 
Exalted  with  Christ,  high  on  his  throne, 
The  Kin--  in  his  beauty  they 
Thai  bliss !)i J  place,  dec, 

4  There  is  a  place  where  1  hope  to  live, 

When  lite  and  it»  labors  are  o'er; 
A  place  which  the  Lord  t<>  me  will  give, 
And  then  I  shall  Borrow  do  m 
That  bliss  in  I  t 


754                             HEAVEN. 
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1188 


H 


Jesus  is  there.     P.  M.  6,4,6,4,0,0,0,4. 

aste,  my  dull  soul,  arise — 
Shake  off  thy  care  ; 
Press  to  thy  native  skies — 

Mighty  in  prayer. 
Christ,  he  has  gone  before, 
Count  all  thy  sufferings  o'er  ; 
He  all  thy  burdens  bore — 

Jesus  is  there. 


1189 


Souls  for  the  marriage  feast, 

Robe  and  prepare ; 
Holy  must  be  each  guest ; 

Jesus  is  there ! 
Saints,  wear  your  victor's  palms, 
Chant  your  celestial  psalms  ; 
Bride  of  the  Lamb,  thy  charms, 

0,  let  me  wear  ! 

Heaven's  bliss  is  perfect,  pure — 

Jesus  is  there ! 
Heaven's  bliss  is  ever  sure — 

Thou  art  its  heir. 
What  makes  its  joys  complete — 
What  makes  its  hymns  so  sweet? 
There  we  our  friends  will  greet — 

Jesus  is  there. 


The  Promised  Land.  C.  M. 


Far  from  these  narrow  scenes  of  night, 
Unbounded  glories  rise, 
And  realms  of  infinite  delight, 
Unknown  to  mortal  eyes. 

2  Fair  distant  land !  could  mortal  eyes 
But  half  its  charms  explore, 
How  would  our  spirits  long  to  rise, 
And  dwell  on  earth  no  more  ! 


m 


heavi:x.  755 ! 

3  There  pain  and  sickness  never  come; 
There  grief  no  more  complains  ; 

Health  triumphs  in  immortal  bloom, 
And  purest  pleasure  reigns. 

4  No  cloud  those  blissful  regions  know, 
Forever  bright  and  fair  ; 

For  sin,  the  source  of  mortal  woe, 
Can  never  enter  there. 

5  There  no  alternate  night  is  known, 
Nor  sun's  faint  sickening  ray ; 

But  glory,  from  th'  eternal  throne, 
Spreads  everlasting  day. 


1190 


The  Faithless  World.      P.  M.  8,7,8,8,7. 

The  faithless  world  promiscuous  flows, 
Enwrapt  in  fancy's  vision  ; 
Allured  by  charms,  beguiled  by  shows, 
And  empty  dreams ;  nor  scarcely  knows 
There  is  a  brighter  heaven. 

2  Fine  gold  will  change,  and  diamonds  fade, 

Swift  wings  to  wealth  are  given  ; 
All  varying  times  our  forms  invade, 
The  seasons  roll — light  shines  in  shade; 

There's  nothing  sure  but  heaven. 

3  Empires  decay — the  nation  dies, 

Our  hopes  to  winds  are  given ; 
The  vernal  bloom  in  ruin  lies, 
Death  reigns  o'er  earth,  and  Beas,  and  skies ; 

And  nothing  stays  but  heaven. 

4  In  vain  do  mortals  >igh  for  I 

Without  their  sins  forgiven  : 
True  pleasure,  everlasting  pea 
Are  only  found  in  <  tod's  I 

Not) 


756  HEAVEN. 


1191 


Creation's  mighty  fabric  all, 

Will  be  to  atoms  riven  ; 
The  sky  consumed,  the  planets  fall, 
Convulsions  wreck  this  earthly  ball ; 

There's  nothing  firm  but  heaven. 

There  all  is  peace,  there  all  is  joy, 

Sweeter  than  summer's  even ; 
Glad  songs  shall  all  my  powers  employ, 
And  rapture  feel  no  dull  alloy ; 
All — all  is  safe  in  heaven. 

Longing  for  Heaven.  M.  lis. 

I  would  not  live  alway ;  I  ask  not  to  stay 
Where  storm  after  storm  rises  dark  o'er  the 
way; 

The  few  lucid  mornings  that  dawn  on  us  here 
Are  followed  by  gloom  or  beclouded  with  fear. 

j  2  I  would  not  live  alway,  if  fettered  by  sin — 
Temptation  without  and  corruption  within  ; 
And  th'  rapture  of  pardon  be  mingled  with  fears, 

\     x\nd  th'  cup  of  thanksgiving  with  penitent  tears. 

\  3  I  would  not  live  alway ;  no — welcome  the  tomb : 
\      Since  -Jesus  hath  lain  there,  I  dread  not  its  gloom: 
»      There  sweet  be  my  rest  till  he  bid  me  arise 
j     To  hail  him  in  triumph  descending  the  skies. 

4  Who,  who  would  live  alway  away  from  his  God —  ] 
\     Away  from  yon  heaven,  that  blissful  abode, 
|     Where  rivers  of  pleasure  flow  bright  o'er  the  j 
i  plains, 
J      And  the  noontide  of  glory  eternally  reigns? 

5  There  saints  of  all  ages  in  harmony  meet, 
>     Their  Saviour  and  brethren  transported  to  greet ;  ! 

While  anthems  of  rapture  unceasingly  roll, 
And  th'  f-mlle  of  the  Lord  is  the  feast  of  the  soul. 


HEAVES.  757  H 


1192 


No  Tears  in  Heaven.  CM. 

What,  if  our  bark,  o'er  life's  rough  wave. 
By  adverse  winds  be  driven, 
And  howling  tempests  'round  us  rave  ? — 
There  are  no  tears  in  heaven. 

2  What,  though  affliction  be  our  lot. 

Our  hearts  with  anguish  riven  ? 
Still,  let  it  never  be  forgot — 
There  are  no  tears  in  heaven. 

3  Our  sweetest  joys  here  vanish  all, 

And  fade  like  hues  at  even ; 
Our  brightest  hopes  like  meteors  fall ; — 
There  are  no  tears  in  heaven. 

4  The  mourner  sad,  who,  drowned  in  grief, 

Hath  long  in  sorrow  striven, 

Shall  find,  at  last,  a  sweet  relief — 

Tears  wiped  away  in  heaven. 

5  Thou,  God,  our  joy  and  rest  shalt  be, 

And  sorrow  far  be  driven  ; 
And  sin  and  death  forever  flee  ; — 
There  are  no  tears  in  heaven. 

6  There,  from  the  blooming  tree  of  life 

The  healing  fruit  is  given  ; 
There,  there  shall  cease  the  painful  strife  ; 
There  are  no  tears  in  heaven. 


1193 


The  Realms  of  the  Blest.         P.  M.  Bs. 

We  speak  of  the  realms  of  the  blest, — 
That  country  BO  bright  and  BO  fair; 
And  oft  are  its  glories  confess'd: 
But  what  must  it  be  t<>  be  there? 

•;ik  «»{'  its  pathways  of  gold, — 
Its  wall--,  decked  with  jewels  bo  rare, — 
It-  wonders  and  pleasures  untold; 
lint  what  must  it  be  i<>  be  there? 

.JS . m 


r  758  HEAVEN. 


3  We  speak  of  its  freedom  from  sin, 
From  sorrow,  temptation,  and  care, — 
From  trials  without  and  within : 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there  ? 

4  We  speak  of  its  service  of  love, — 
The  robes  which  the  glorified  wear, — 
The  church  of  the  first-born  above : 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there  ? 

5  0  Lord,  amidst  gladness  or  woe, 
For  heaven  our  spirits  prepare ; 
And  shortly  we  also  shall  know, 
And  feel,  what  it  is  to  be  there. 

6  Then  anthems  of  praise  we  will  sing, 
When  safe  in  that  heavenly  rest, 

To  Jesus,  our  Saviour  and  King, 

Who  reigns  in  those  realms  of  the  blest. 


1194 


Joyful  Song.  C.  M. 

Immortal  joys  await  the  blest, 
On  yon  eternal  shore  ; 
There  happy  souls  forever  rest, 
And  sorrows  are  no  more. 
0  that  will  be  joy ful,  joyful,  joyful ! 
0  that  will  be  joyful  ! 
To  meet  to  part  no  more — 
To  meet  to  part  no  more, 
On  that  delightful  shore  ; 
At  Jesus1  feet,  we  all  shall  meet, 
Shall  meet  to  part  no  more. 

2  What  millions  have  to  glory  gone, 
And  have  obtained  the  prize ; 
Still  millions  more  are  pressing  on, 
To  join  them  in  the  skies. 
0  that  ivill  be  joyful,  (Sec. 


A 


HEAVEN.  759 


3  These  living  armies  shall  at  last 

On  Zion's  mountain  meet: 
When  once  the  stormy  Jordan's  pass'd, 
Their  union  is  complete. 
0  that  will  be  joyful,  &c. 

4  If  friendship  in  this  vale  of  woe, 

With  christians  be  so  sweet, 
What  gushing  extasy  shall  flow, 
When  round  the  throne  we  meet! 
0  that  iv  ill  be  joyful,  dec. 

5  There  friends  belov'd  shall  never  die, 

Nor  loveliness  decay ; 
There's  not  a  pang,  nor  parting  sigh, 
To  dim  eternal  day. 

0  that  will  be  joyful,  dec. 


1195 


My  Father's  House.  C.  M. 

There  is  a  place  of  sacred  rest, 
Far,  far  beyond  the  skies, 
W^here  beauty  smiles  eternally, 
And  pleasure  never  dies  ; — 

2  My  Father's  house,  my  heavenly  home, 

Where  ''many  mansions"  stand, 
Prepared,  by  hands  divine,  for  all 
Who  seek  the  better  land. 

3  In  that  pure  home  of  tearless  joy, 

Earth's  parted  friends  shall  meet, 
With  smiles  of  love  that  never  fade, 
And  blessedness  complete. 

4  There,  there  adieus  are  sounds  unknown: 

Death  frowns  not  on  that  seme, 
But  life  and  glorious  beauty  shine, 
Untroubled  and  serene. 

5  Lord,  help  us,  by  thy  mighty  •_ 

To  keep  in  view  the  pri/.''. 

Till  thou  dost  come  to  take  as  home, 
Where  pleasure  never  di 


, 


a 760  HEAVEN.  1 

.„ 

6  When  we've  been  there  ten  thousand  years, 
Bright  shining  as  the  sun, 
We've  no  less  days  to  sing  God's  praise, 
Than  when  we  first  begun. 

iiyb        The  Heavenly  Rest       P.  M.  8,7,8,8,7. 

There  is  an  hour  of  peaceful  rest 
To  weary  wanderers  given ; 
There  is  relief  for  souls  distrest ; 
A  balm  for  every  wounded  breast ; 
'Tis  found  above,  in  heaven. 

2  There  is  a  home  for  weary  souls, 

By  sin  and  sorrow  driven — 
Who're  toss'd  on  life's  tempestuous  shoals, 
Where  storms  arise  and  ocean  rolls, 

And  all  is  drear  ; — 'tis  heaven. 

3  There  faith  lifts  up  the  tearless  eye 

To  brighter  prospects  given  ; 
It  views  the  tempest  passing  by, 
Sees  evening  shadows  quickly  fly, 

And  all  serene,  in  heaven. 

4  There  fragrant  flowers  immortal  bloom, 

And  joys  supreme  are  given ; 
There  rays  divine  disperse  the  gloom ; 
Beyond  the  confines  of  the  tomb 

Appears  the  dawn  of  heaven. 


IIH  /  The  World  a  Fleeting  Show.  P.  M.  8,7,8,8,7. 

This  world  is  all  a  fleeting  show, 
For  man's  probation  given  ; 
The  smiles  of  joy,  the  tears  of  woe 
Deceitful  shine,  deceitful  flow; 
There's  nothing  true  but  heaven. 


iii;ayi;\.  7*>  1    i 

2  And  false  the  Light  of  glory's  plume 

As  fading  hues  of  even  ; 
And  love,  and  hope,  and  beauty's  bloom 
Arc  blossoms  gathered  from  the  tomb; 

There's  nothing  bright  but  heaven. 

3  Poor  wanderers  of  a  stormy  day — 

From  wave  to  wave  we're  driven ; 
And  fancy's  flash,  and  reason's  ray 
Serve  but  to  light  our  troubled  way  ; 

There's  nothing  calm  but  heaven. 

4  And  where's  the  light  held  out  to  cheer 

This  heart,  with  anguish  riven  ? 
Affliction's  sigh  and  sorrow's  tear 
Have  never  found  a  refuge  here ; 

There's  nothing  kind  but  heaven. 

5  From  those  who  walk  in  wisdom's  ways 

Corroding  fears  are  driven  ; 
They're  washed  in  Christ's  atoning  blood, 
Enjoy  communion  with  their  God, 

And  find  their  way  to  heaven. 


1198 


The  Glorified  Saints.  ^  M. 

Wbo  are  these  array'd  in  white, 
Brighter  than  the  noon-day  sun? 
Foremost  of  the  sons  of  light, 
Nearest  the  eternal  throne? 
These  are  they  who  bore  the  aroc 
Nobly  for  their  Master  stood; 
Suff'rers  in  his  righteous  cause; 
Followers  of  the  dying  God, 

Out  of  great  distress  fchey  came  : 
Wash'd  their  robes  by  faith  below 

In  the  blood  of  yonder  Lamb, 

Blood  that  WMheS  white  afl  now: 

Therefore,  are  they  next  the  throne, 
Serve  their  Maker  day  and  night ; 

ides  among  bis  own, 
God  doth  in  his  Baints  delight. 

2L 


f  762  HEAVEN.  &l 

More  than  conquerors  at  last, 

Here  they  find  their  trials  o'er  ; 
They  have  all  their  sufferings  pass'd, 

Hunger  now  and  thirst  no  more : 
Christ  shall  all  their  sorrows  chase, 

All  their  wants  at  once  remove ; 
Wipe  the  tears  from  every  face ; 

Fill  up  every  soul  with  love. 

Future  Life.  S.  M.  j 

The  earth  is  not  our  home, 
Our  dwelling  is  on  high — 
In  the  bright  city  of  our  God, 
Away,  beyond  the  sky. 

The  Lamb  of  God  is  there, 
Who  was  for  sinners  slain ; 
There  we  shall  see  him  face  to  face, 
There  evermore  remain. 

There  is  the  tree  of  life, 
And  there  the  fount  of  love ! 
Our  spirits  long,  0  Lord,  to  flee 
To  that  bright  world  above. 

There,  every  woe  shall  cease, 
And  every  tear  be  dried ; 
There,  hope  be  lost  in  certainty, 
And  every  want  supplied. 


1200 


EARTI 
'Tis 


The  Everlasting  Song.  CM. 

ARTn  has  engrossed  my  love  too  long ; 
"is  time  I  lift  mine  eyes 
Upward,  dear  Father,  to  thy  throne, 
And  to  my  native  skies. 

)         2  There  the  blest  man,  my  Saviour,  sits : 
My  God  !  how  bright  he  shines  ! 
And  scatters  infinite  delights 
On  all  the  happy  minds. 


HEAVEN. 


7G3 


G 


3  Seraphs,  with  elevated  strains, 

Circle  the  throne  around, 
And  move  and  charm  the  starry  plains 
With  an  immortal  sound. 

4  Jesus,  the  Lord,  their  harps  employs  ; 

Jesus,  my  love,  they  sing  ; 
Jesus,  the  life  of  all  ourjoys, 

Sounds  sweet  from  every  string. 

5  Now  let  me  mount,  and  join  their  song, 

And  be  an  angel  too ; 
My  heart,  my  hand,  my  ear,  my  tongue, 
Here's  joyful  work  for  you. 


1201 


J@L 


The  Dwelling  Place  of  God.       L.  M. 

There  is  a  region  lovelier  far 
Than  sages  tell  or  poets  sing, 
Brighter  than  noonday  glories  are, 
And  softer  than  the  tints  of  spring. 

2  It  is  not  fann'd  by  summer's  gale; 
'Tis  not  refreshed  by  vernal  show'rs; 
It  never  needs  the  moonbeam  pale — 
For  there  are  known  no  evening  hours. 

3  No;  for  that  world  is  ever  bright 
With  purest  radiance  all  its  own  ■ 
The  streams  of  uncreated  light 
Flow  'round  it  from  th'  eternal  throne. 

4  It  is  all  holy  and  serene, 
The  land  ot  glory  and  rei 
\<>  cloud  obscures  the  radiant  scene; 
There  not  a  tear  df  Borrow  flows. 

5  In  vain  the  curious,  searching  eye 
May  seek  to  view  the  fair  abode, 

Or  find  it  in  the  starry  sky: 
It  is  the  dwelling  place  <>f  God. 




1202 


The  Christian's  Hope. 


CM. 


Hail,  sweetest,  dearest  tie,  that  binds 
Our  glowing  hearts  in  one! 
Hail,  sacred  hope,  that  tunes  our  minds 

To  harmony  divine ! 
It  is  the  hope,  the  blissful  hope, 

Which  Jesus'  grace  has  given — 
The  hope,  when  days  and  years  are  past, 

We  all  shall  meet  in  heaven  : 
We  all  shall  meet  in  heaven  at  last, 

We  all  shall  meet  in  heaven  ; 
The  hope,  when  days  and  years  are  past, 

We  all  shall  meet  in  heaven. 

2  What  though  the  northern  wintry  blast 

Shall  howl  around  our  cot? 
What,  though  beneath  an  eastern  sun 

Be  cast  our  distant  lot  ? 
Yet  still  we  share  the  blissfid  hope,  &c. 

3  From  Burmah's  shores,  from  Afric's  strand, 

From  India's  burning  plain, 
From  Europe,  from  Columbia's  land, 

We  hope  to  meet  again. 
It  is  the  hope,  the  blissful  hope,  &c. 

4  No  ling'ring  look,  no  parting  sigh 

Our  future  meeting  knows ; 
There  friendship  beams  from  every  eye, 

And  love  immortal  glows. 
0  sacred  hope !   0  blissfid  hope,  dec. 


1203 


Heaven.— \  Cor.  2:  9,  10. 


C.  M. 


"YTor  eye  hath  seen,  nor  ear  hath  heard, 
1^    Nor  sense  nor  reason  known, 
What  joys  the  Father  has  prepar'd 
For  those  who  love  the  Son. 


1®' 


HEAVEN. 


765 ( 


2  But  the  good  Spirit  of  the  Lord 

Reveals  a  heav'n  to  come : 

The  beams  of  glory  in  his  word 

Allure  an<l  guide  us  home. 

3  Pure  are  the  joys  above  the  sky, 

And  all  the  region  peace ; 
No  wanton  lips  nor  envious  eye 
Can  see  or  taste  the  bliss. 

4  Those  holy  gates  forever  bar 

Pollution,  sin,  and  shame; 
Xone  shall  obtain  admittance  there, 
But  followers  of  the  Lamb. 

5  He  keeps  the  Father's  book  of  life, 

There  all  their  names  are  found  ; 
The  hypocrite  in  vain  shall  strive 
To  tread  the  heav'nly  ground. 


1204 


C.  M. 


the  Believer's  Home. 

Jerusalem,  my  glorious  home, 
Name  ever  dear  to  me ! 
When  shall  my  tabors  have  an  end 
In  joy,  and  peace,  and  thee? 

2  When  shall  these  eves  thy  heaven-built  walls 

And  pearl  bold? 

Thy  bulwarks  with  salvation  strong, 
And  street-  of  shining  ,Lr"ld? 

3  0  when,  thou  city  of  my  Clod, 

Shall  I  thy  courts  ascend — 
Where  congregations  ne'er  break  up, 
And  sabbath-  have  no  end  ? 

4  Why  should  I  shrink  at  pain  and  W06, 

( )r  feel  al  death  dismay  ? 

I've  <  hind  in  view, 

And  realms  of  endless  day. 


5  Apostles,  prophets,  martyrs,  there 

Around  my  Saviour  stand  ; 
And  soon  my  friends  in  Christ  below 
Will  join  the  glorious  band. 

6  Jerusalem,  my  glorious  home, 

My  soul  still  pants  for  thee ; 
Then  shall  my  labors  have  an  end, 
When  I  thy  joys  shall  see. 

1905 

lajvu    j±  Better  Country — A  Heavenly.     L.  M. 

There  is  a  heav'n  above  the  skies, 
A  heav'n  where  pleasure  never  dies; 
A  heav'n  I  sometimes  hope  to  see, 
But  fear  again  'tis  not  for  me. 
But  Jesus,  Jesus  is  my  friend!  0  hallelujah, 
Hallelujah,  Jesus,  Jesus  is  my  friend. 

2  The  way  is  difficult  and  straight, 
And  narrow  is  the  gospel  gate  ; 
Ten  thousand  dangers  are  therein, 
Ten  thousand  snares  to  take  me  in. 

But  Jesus,  &c. 

3  I  travel  through  a  world  of  foes, 
Through  conflicts  sore  my  spirit  goes  ; 
The  tempter  cries, — I  ne'er  shall  stand 
Nor  reach  fair  Canaan's  happy  land. 

But  Jesus,  &c. 

4  Come  life,  come  death,  come  then  what  will, 
His  footsteps  I  will  follow  still ; 

'Mid  thickening  toils,  and  helFs  alarms, 
I  shall  be  safe  in  his  dear  arms. 
But  Jesus,  &c. 

5  Then,  0  my  soul,  arise  and  sing, 
Behold  thy  Saviour,  Friend  and  King, 
With  pleasing  smiles  he  now  looks  down, 
And  cries  "press  on  and  take  the  crown." 

But  Jesus,  &c. 


P  HEAVEN.  767 S 

G  "  Prove  faithful,  then,  a  few  more  days, 
Fipcht  the  good  fight,  and  win  the  race, 
And  then  the  kingdom  thou  shalt  share; 
Thy  head  a  crown  of  glory  wear." 
But  Jesus,  &c. 

'  l^UD  The  Heavenly  Re-union.  S.  M. 

Ye  saints  of  God  below, 
Lift  up  your  longing  eyes, 
And  let  your  thoughts  to  glory  go, 

Away  beyond  the  skies. 
When  you  get  there  and  I  get  there, 

We'll  join  the  host  thafs  gone  before ; 
Then  you'll  praise  God  and  I'll  praise  God, 
Praise  him  for  evermore. 

2  There  is  a  home  in  heaven, 
For  all  the  saints  of  God  ; 

Assurance  in  his  word  is  given 
Of  such  a  blest  abode. 

When  you  get  there,  dec. 

3  Then  let  our  song  resound 

From  earth  up  to  the  sky ; 
While  joyfully  we're  upward  bound, 
To  fairer  worlds  on  high. 
When  you  get  there,  &c. 

4  We've  friends,  who've  gone  before  ; 
We  follow  in  their  train  : 

To  meet  them  on  that  heavenly  shore, 
And  never  part  again. 

When  you  get  there,  dbe. 

5  They're  happy  'round  the  throne — 

They  .joy  tO  8ee  Ufl 

They're  waiting  fondly,  every 
To  bid  us  welcome  home. 
When  you  get  tht  re,  dee, 

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MISCELLANEOUS. 


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MISCELLANEOUS. 


Stand  for  the  Eight. 


CM. 


Be  firm,  be  bold,  be  strong,  be  true, 
"And  dare  to  stand  alone ;w 
Strive  for  the  right,  whate'er  ye  do, 
Though  helpers  there  be  none. 

2  Nay — bend  not  to  the  swelling  surge 

Of  fashion's  sneer  and  wrong ; 

'Twill  bear  thee  on  to  ruin's  verge, 

With  current  wild  and  strong. 

3  Stand  for  the  right :  though  falsehood  rail, 

And  proud  lips  coldly  sneer ; 

A  poisoned  arrow  cannot  wound 

A  conscience  pure  and  clear. 

4  Stand  for  the  right,  and  with  clean  hands 

Exalt  the  truth  on  high  ; 
Thou'lt  find  warm,  sympathizing  hearts 
Among  the  passers  by. 

5  Stand  for  the  right :  proclaim  it  loud, 

Thou'lt  find  an  answering  tone 
In  honest  hearts,  and  then  no  more 
Be  doomed  to  stand  alone. 


1208 


All  Things  Become  New.  C 

Since  man,  by  sin,  has  lost  his  God, 
He  seeks  creation  through, 
And  vainly  hopes  for  solid  good, 
In  finding  something  new. 

2  The  new  possess'd,  like  fading  flow'rs, 
Soon  loses  its  gay  hue ; 
The  gilded  too, no  longer  charms, 
We  still  want  something  new. 


M. 


MISCELLANEOUS. 


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3  Yea,  could  we  all  the  world  possess, — 

Own  all  things  that  we  view, — 

The  soul  would  feel  an  aching  void, 

And  .^till  want  something  new. 

4  But  when  we  find  the  God  we  lost, 

Whose  promis*  a  are  true, 
Old  things  then  quickly  pass  away — 
All  things  in  Christ  are  new. 

5  0  sinner,  hear  the  gospel's  voice, 

And  wisdom's  ways  pursue; 
So  you  may  spend  your  coming  days 
Enjoying  something  new. 


CM. 


H" 


Droop  not  upon  your  Way. 

ye  who  start  a  noble  scheme, 
For  general  good  design'd — 
Ye  workers  in  a  cause  that  tends 
To  benefit  mankind, — 

2  Mark  out  the  path  you  fain  would  tread, 
The  part  you  mean  to  play  ; 

And  if  it  be  an  honest  one, 
Keep  steadfast  on  your  way. 

3  Although  you  may  not  gain  at  once 
The  points  you  most  desire, 

Be  patient — time  can  wonders  work — 
Plod  on,  and  do  not  tire; 

4  Obstructions,  too,  may  crowd  your  path, 
In  threatening,  stern  array  ; 

llinch  not!  fear  not!  they  may  prove 
Mere  shadows  in  your  way. 

Earthly  Pleasures  Dangerous,      C 

ow  vain  are  all  things  here  below! 

How  false,  and  yet  how  lair  ! 

Each  pleasure  hath  its  poison  too. 

And  every  mare. 

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770  MISCELLANEOUS. 

2  The  brightest  things  below  the  sky 
Give  but  a  nattering  light ; 

We  should  suspect  some  danger  nigh 
Where  we  possess  delight. 

3  Our  dearest  joys,  our  nearest  friends, 
The  partners  of  our  blood — 

How  they  divide  our  wavering  minds, 
And  leave  but  half  for  God  ! 

4  The  fondness  of  a  creature's  love, 
How  strong  it  strikes  the  sense ! 

Thither  the  strong  affections  move, 
Nor  can  we  call  them  thence. 

5  Dear  Saviour,  let  thy  beauties  be 
My  soul's  eternal  food; 

And  grace  command  my  heart  away 
From  all  created  good. 


1211 


Watchfulness  over  the  Tongue.       C.  M. 

Thus  I  resolved  before  the  Lord — 
"  Now  will  I  watch  my  tongue, 
Lest  I  let  slip  one  sinful  word, 
Or  do  my  neighbor  wrong." 

2  And  if  I'm  e'er  constrained  to  stay 

With  men  of  lives  profane, 
I'll  set  a  double  guard  that  day, 
Nor  let  my  talk  be  vain. 

3  Fll  scarce  allow  my  lips  to  speak 

The  pious  thoughts  I  feel ; 
Lest  scoffers  should  th'  occasion  take, 
To  mock  my  holy  zeal. 

4  Yet  if  some  proper  hour  appear, 

I'll  not  be  over-awed ; 
But  let  the  scoffing  sinners  hear 
That  I  can  speak  for  God. 


1212 


Prayer  for  General  Peace.  L.  M. 

Tuv  footsteps,  Lord,  with  joy  we  trace, 
And  mark  the  conquests  of  thy  grace; 
Complete  the  work  thou  hast  begun. 
And  let  thy  will  on  earth  he  done. 

2  0,  show  thyself  the  Prince  of  peace, 
Command  the  din  of  war  to  cease ; 
0,  bid  contending  nations  rest, 

And  love  pervade  each  human  breast. 

3  Then  peace  shall  lift  her  balmy  wing, 
Glad  plenty  laugh,  the  valleys  sing; 
Reviving  commerce  lift  her  head, 
And  want,  and  woe,  and  hate  be  fled. 

4  Thou  good,  and  wise,  and  righteous  Lord, 
All  move  subservient  to  thy  word ; 

0,  soon  let  every  nation  prove 
The  perfect  joy  of  christian  love. 

illS      Best  Things.— I  Cor.  12:  31.        C.  M. 

The  best  of  wisdom,  is  to  know 
The  Father  in  the  Son ; 
The  best  of  power, is  to  bow 
To  what  the  Lord  has  done. 

2  The  best  of  prayer,  is  oft  to  pray 

That  we  may  still  believe  ; 
The  best  of  patience,  is  to  stay 
Till  we  a  crown  receive. 

3  The  best  of  watching,  is  to  watch 

ainst  the  world  and  sin ; 
The  best  of  preaching,  is  to  preach 
Jesus,  and  odught  but  him. 

4  Then  let  my  soul  enjoy  the 

For  that  is  best  for  me ; 

And  let  me  find  DO  lasting  N 

But  when  1  rest  in  thee. 


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IZVi  The  Transfiguration.  C.  M. 

n  Tabor's  height  the  Saviour  stood, 
With  Peter,  James  and  John; 
And  while  he  talked  of  Calvary  there, 
His  face  resplendant  shone. 

2  In  dazzling  brightness  all  arrayed, 
Jesus  transfigured  stands ; 

From  heav'n  descends  the  man  who  gave 
To  Israel  God's  commands. 

3  Elijah,  too,  of  burning  zeal, 
Who  did  that  law  restore, 

Appeared  with  Moses  on  this  mount, 
And  talked  his  sufferings  o'er. 

4  Transported  with  this  glorious  scene, 
The  witnesses  exclaim : 

"  'Tis  good,  Lord,  with  such  guests  to  dwell ; 
Here  let  us  still  remain. 

5  Three  tents  with  joyful  hands  we'll  raise, 
And  place  them  side  by  side, 

For  these  celestials  and  for  thee  ; 
And  here  let  us  abide." 

6  While  thus  they  spoke,  a  cloud  descends 
xVnd  takes  them  from  their  sight; 

But  Jesus  yet  remains  with  them, 
The  Father's  chief  delight. 

7  This  is  my  Son,  his  voice  declares, 
Hear  him  in  all  he  says ; 
Not  Moses  nor  Elijah  now 

Shall  guide  you  in  my  ways. 


1215 


The  Good  Child's  Song.     M.  7s  &  6s. 

Iwaxt  to  be  an  angel, 
And  with  the  angels  stand, 
A  crown  upon  my  forehead, 
A  harp  within  my  hand; 


MISCELLANEOUS. 


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19. 


There,  right  before  my  Saviour, 
So  glorious  and  so  bright, 

I'd  wake  the  sweetest  music, 
Aud  praise  him  day  and  night. 

2  I  never  -would  he  weary, 

Nor  ever  shed  a  tear, 
Nor  ever  know  a  sorrow, 

Nor  ever  feel  a  fear : 
But,  blessed,  pure  and  holy, 

I'd  dwell  in  Jesus'  sight, 
And  with  ten  thousand  thousands 

Praise  him  both  day  and  night. 

3  I  know  I'm  weak  and  sinful, 

But  Jesus  will  forgive; 
For  many  little  children 

Have  gone  to  heav'n  to  live. 
Dear  Saviour,  when  I  languish, 

And  lay  me  down  to  die, 
0,  send  a  shining  angel, 

And  bear  me  to  the  sky ! 

4  0,  there  I'll  be  an  angel, 

And  with  the  angels  stand, 
A  crown  upon  my  forehead, 

A  harp  within  my  hand  ; 
And  there,  before  my  Saviour, 

So  glorious  and  so  bright, 
I'll  join  the  heavenly  music, 

And  praise  him  day  and  night ! 


The  Orphan's  Prayer.         C.  P.  M. 

Otiiou,  the  helpless  orphan's  hope, 
To  whom  alone  my  soul  looks  up, 
In  each  distressing  hour  : 
Father,  for  that's  the  sweetest  name 
That  e'er  these  lips  were  taught  to  frame, 

Instruct  my  heart  to  pray. 
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Low  in  the  dust  my  parents  lie, 
And  no  attentive  ear  is  nigh, 

But  thine,  to  mark  my  woe ; 
No  hand  to  wipe  away  my  tears, 
No  gentle  voice  to  soothe  my  fears, 

Remain  to  me  below. 

To  heaven  my  earthly  friends  are  gone, 
And  thither  are  my  wishes  flown, 

But  I  continue  here  : 
But  thou  art  Patron,  Friend,  and  Guide, 
To  those  who  have  no  hope  beside, — 

And  what  have  I  to  fear? 

If  I  am  spared  throughout  the  span 
That  makes  the  narrow  life  of  man, 

And  reach  to  hoary  age  ; 
Instruct  me  in  thy  holy  will, 
Teach  me  the  duties  to  fulfil, 

Of  each  successive  stage. 

But  if  thy  wisdom  should  decree 
An  early  sepulchre  for  me, 

Father,  thy  will  be  done ; 
Upon  my  Saviour  I  rely, 
And  let  me  live  or  let  me  die, 

My  heart  be  thine  alone. 


1217 


The  Soul. 


C.  M. 


What  is  the  thing  of  greatest  price,  , 
The  whole  creation  ;round? 
That,  which  was  lost  in  paradise, 
That,  which  in  Christ  is  found. 

2  The  soul  of  man, — Jehovah's  breath! 
That  keeps  two  worlds  at  strife ; 
Hell  moves  beneath,  to  work  its  death, 
Heaven  stoops,  to  give  it  life. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  775®* 


3  God,  to  reclaim  it,  did  not  spare 

His  well-beloved  Son  ; 
Jesus,  to  save  it,  deigned  to  bear 
The  sins  of  all  in  One. 

4  And  is  this  treasure  borne  below, 

In  earthly  vessels  frail? 
Teach  us,  0  God,  its  worth  to  know, 
Lest  we  its  loss  bewail. 

5  Then  let  us  gather  'round  the  cross, 

That  knowledge  to  obtain — 
Not  by  the  souPs  eternal  loss, 
But  everlasting  gain. 

Prayer  for  Christian  Graces.     JM.  7s. 

Daxiei/s  wisdom  may  I  know, 
Stephen's  faith  and  spirit  show, 
John's  divine  communion  feel, 
Moses'  meekness,  Joshua's  zeal; 
Run  like  the  unwearied  Paul, 
Win  the  day  and  conquer  all. 

2  Mary's  love  may  I  possess, 
Lydia's  tender-heartedness  ; 
Peter's  ardent  spirit  feel, 
James's  faith  by  works  reveal ; 
Like  young  Timothy,  may  I 
Every  sinful  passion  fly. 

3  Job's  submission  may  I  show, 
David's  true  devotion  know ; 
Samuel's  call,  0,  may  I  hear, 
Laz'rus'  happy  portion  share; 
Let  Isaiah's  hallowed  fire 
All  my  new-born  soul  inspire. 

4  Mine  be  Jacob's  wrestling  pray'r, 
Gideon's  valiant  steadfast  care; 
Joseph's  purity  impart, 
[saac'fl  meditating  heart ; 
Abraham's  friendship  may  I  prove, 
Faithful  to  the  God  of  ]■ 


Most  of  all,  may  I  pursue 
That  example  Jesus  drew, 
By  my  life  and  conduct  show 
How  he  lived  and  walked  below: 
Day  by  day,  through  grace  restored, 
Imitate  my  blessed  Lord. 

6  When  the  dreams  of  life  are  fled, 
When  its  wasting  lamps  are  dead, 
When  in  cold  oblivion's  shade 
Youth,  and  fame,  and  power  are  laid, 
Where  immortal  spirits  reign, 
There  may  we  all  meet  again. 


1219 


The  Penitent  Thief.  M.  7s. 

When  our  Lord  was  crucified, 
Two  transgressors  with  him  died; 
One  with  vile  blaspheming  tongue, 
Scoff  d  at  Jesus  as  he  hung. 

2  Thus  he  spent  his  wicked  breath, 
In  the  very  jaws  of  death, 
Perished — as  too  many  do — 
With  the  Saviour  in  his  view. 

3  But  the  other,  moved  by  grace, 
Saw  the  danger  of  his  case, 
And,  by  faith,  embraced  his  Lord, 
Whom  the  scribes  and  priests  abhorr'd. 

4  "Lord,"  he  prays,  "remember  me, 
When  in  glory  thou  shalt  be:" 
"  Soon  with  me,"  the  Lord  replies, 
"  Thou  shalt  be  in  paradise." 

5  This  was  wondrous  grace  indeed, 
Grace  bestowed  in  time  of  need ; 
Sinners,  trust  in  Jesus'  name, 
You  will  find  him  still  the  same. 


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G  0,  beware  of  unbelief ! 

Think  upon  the  hardened  thief; 
If  the  gospel  you  disdain, 
Christ  for  you  hath  died  in  vain. 

YZ%Z\J   The  Dreadful  End  of  the  Wicked.  L.  M. 

Lord,  what  a  thoughtless  wretch  was  I, 
To  mourn,  and  murmur,  and  repine 
To  see  the  wicked,  placed  on  high, 
In  pride  and  robes  of  honor  shine ! 

2  But  0,  their  end,  their  dreadful  end! 
Thy  sanctuary  taught  me  so: 

On  slippery  rocks  I  see  them  stand, 
And  fiery  billows  roll  below. 

3  Their  fancied  joys,  how  fast  they  flee  ! 
Just  like  a  dream  when  man  awakes ; 
Their  songs  of  softest  harmony 

Are  but  a  prelude  to  their  plagues. 

4  Now  I  esteem  their  mirth  and  wine 
Too  dear  to  purchase  with  my  blood; 
Lord,  'tis  enough  that  thou  art  mine, 
My  life,  my  portion,  and  my  God. 

iZZY      Following  Departed  Worthies.       C.  M. 

ROT,  0  my  BOul,  pursue  the  path 
By  ancient  worthies  trod; 
Aspiring,  view  those  holy  men 
Who  lived  and  walked  with  God. 

2  Though  dead,  they  speak  in  reason's  ear, 
And  in  example  live; 
Their  faith,  and  hope,  and  mighty  deeds 
Still  fresh  instruction  give 

'Twas  through  the  Lamb's  most  precious  blood 

They  conquered  every  I 
To  his  almighty  power  and  gra 

Their  crowns  of  life  they  owe. 

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778  MISCELLANEOUS. 


4  Lord,  may  I  ever  keep  in  view 
The  patterns  thou  hast  given, 
And  ne'er  forsake  the  blessed  road 
That  led  them  safe  to  heaven. 


1222 


The  Thunder  Storm.  7s. 

When  the  dark  and  heavy  cloud 
Lifts  on  high  its  awful  form  ; 
And  above  us,  pealing  loud, 
Rolls  the  thunder  of  the  storm ; — 

2  Do  not  fear  the  lightning's  flash ; 
God  directs  it  where  to  fall ; 

Do  not  fear  the  thunder's  crash; 
For  your  Saviour  rules  it  all. 

3  Only  love  and  fear  the  Lord : 
Lift  your  head  to  him  in  pray'r; 
Rest  upon  your  Saviour's  word; 
God  will  for  his  children  care. 

4  If  your  hopes  are  fixed  on  high, 
And  your  hearts  are  changed  by  grace, 
Far  above  this  stormy  sky, 

You  will  find  a  land  of  peace. 

5  There  no  angry  storm  will  come, 
And  no  tempest  stir  your  fear; 
Nothing  will  disturb  that  home ; 
Jesus  is  forever  there. 

iZZo  Pride  in  Clothes.  L.  M. 

How  proud  we  are,  how  fond,  to  show 
Our  clothes,  and  call  them  rich  and  new  ; 
When  the  poor  sheep  and  silk-worms  wore 
That  very  clothing  long  before. 
2  The  tulip  and  the  butterfly 
Appear  in  gayer  coats  than  I : 
Let  me  be  dressed  fine  as  I  will, 
Flies,  worms,  and  flowers,  exceed  me  still. 


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MISCELLAXKOIS.  779 

3  0,  that  my  heart  were  set  to  find 
Inward  aaornings  of  the  mind! 
Knowledge  and  virtue,  truth  and  grace, — 
These  are  the  robes  of  richest  dress. 

4  Then,  worms  would  not  with  me  compare ; 
For  this  is  raiment  angels  wear; 

The  Son  of  God,  when  here  below, 
Put  on  this  blest  apparel  too. 

5  In  this,  on  earth  I  should  appear  ; 
Then  go  to  heaven,  and  wear  it  there; 
God  will  approve  it  in  his  sight; 

;Tis  his  own  work,  and  his  delight. 


1224 


Thou  shaft  not  Kill"  C.  M. 


U  Tnou  shalt  not  kill." — An  angry  thought 

1  Is  murder  in  the  soul ! 
Thus  are  we  in  the  Scriptures  taught 

Our  passions  to  control. 

2  "  Thou  shalt  not  kill."— No  one  can  tell 

The  limits  of  his  ire  ; 
Just  as  a  falling  spark  may  swell 
T<j  be  a  raging  fire. 

3  "Thou  shalt  not  kill."— How  carefully 

Should  each  his  nation  check, 
it,  in  an  evil  moment,  he 
A  brother's  life  may  take. 

4  <•  Thmi  shalt  not  kill."— The  evil  so- 

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May  ripen  into  bio  >dy  d< 

Th;i 

5  "Thou  shall 

Thar  we  ar  peace  with  all  may  liye — 
In  h>vc  to  him  be  bronght. 




vO  Thou  s  halt  not  Covet.  CM. 

CC  HPnou  shalt  not  covet/'  God  hath  said; 

1  But  be  content  with  what 
He,  in  his  sovereign  will,  hath  made 

The  portion  of  my  lot. 
"Thou  shalt  not  covet." — Yet  how  strong 

Desire  has  sometimes  grown  ; 
Until,  in  earnestness,  we  long 

For  what  is  not  our  own. 
"  Thou  shalt  not  covet." — 0,  how  mean 

To  want  another's  good  ! 
Ah !  if  these  secret  sins  were  seen, 

How  shame  our  face  would  cloud. 
"Thou  shalt  not  covet." — Each  desire 

For  what  another  holds, 
Is  adding  fuel  to  the  fire 

Of  envy  in  our  souls. 
"Thou  shalt  not  covet." — Every  theft 

In  envy  is  begun : 
Lord,  leave  us  not  of  grace  bereft : 

Help  us  this  sin  to  shun. 


Thou  shalt  not  Steal."  C.  M. 

UHThou  shalt  not  steal." — These  words  of  God  ; 

1  Each  form  of  theft  forbid : 
How  sad  and  solemn  is  the  thought, 

That  we  such  warning  need ! 

!  "Thou  shalt  not  steal." — How  common,  too, 

This  sin,  of  dye  so  deep ! 
How  many  break  the  law !  how  few 
The  precept  strictly  keep ! 

"  Thou  shalt  not  steal." — 0,  how  the  soul 

Defiles  itself  by  theft! 
For  he,  who  yields  to  its  control, 

Of  virtue  is  bereft. 


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1     MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION.    781  ° 


4  "Thou  shalt  not  steal/7 — Ah !  who  can  put 

A  trust  in  such  a  hand! 
The  heart  of  confidence  is  shut, 
When  one  breaks  this  command. 

5  "Thou  shalt  not  steal." — What  risks  we  run 

Of  God's  own  vengeance,  too  ! 
Lord,  from  this  sin  keep  every  one, 
Lest  we  our  souls  undo. 


1227 


Prayer  for  Rain.  C.  M. 

0  gracious  Father !  send  us  show'rs, 
The  gentle  show'rs  of  rain, — 
To  cheer  the  corn,  the  grass,  the  flow'rs, 
On  mountain-side  and  plain. 

2  Command  the  watery  clouds  to  rise, 

And  vail  the  fiery  sun  ; 
While,  from  the  fountains  of  the  skies, 
The  streams  of  blessing  run. 

3  The  spider's  web  is  on  the  mead, 

The  worm  consumes  the  leaf: 
And  all  thy  works  before  thee  plead 
The  silent  plea  of  grief. 

4  0  gracious  Father!  send  us  show'rs; 

Regard  our  earnest  cries: 
But  meek  submission  still  be  ours, 
While  our  petitions  rise. 


[EETING,  PARTING,  DISMISSION. 


y  i  tii 


Meeting  of  Friends.  L.  Bf. 

*ci  m  >re  a  pleasant  Interview 
The  Lord  doth  grant  u<.  to  renew 
Our  social  friendship,  kind  and  dear; 

Our  hear  -  .  our  -  ralfl  to  cheer. 

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782    MEETING^  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION. 

2  While  we  were  absent  far  abroad, 
We  saw  the  kindness  of  our  God ; 
Therefore  his  love  let  us  adore, 
That  we  are  here  alive  once  more. 

3  How  many  souls  have  launched  away 
To  everlasting  night  or  day ; 
In  sickness  many  more  remain, 
Whilst  we  our  life  and  health  retain. 

4  Into  his  presence  let  us  haste, 
And  thank  him  for  his  favors  past; 
Down  on  our  knees  devoutly  all, 
Before  the  Lord,  our  Maker,  fall. 


1229 


A  Farewell  Hymn.  L.  M. 

My  dearest  friends,  in  bonds  of  love, 
Whose  hearts  the  sweetest  union  prove, 
Your  friendship's  like  the  strongest  band : 
Yet  we  must  take  the  parting  hand. 

2  Your  company  is  sweet  and  dear, 
Your  words  delightful  to  mine  ear  ; 
And  when  I  see  that  we  must  part, 
You  draw  like  cords  around  my  heart. 

3  0  could  I  stay  with  friends  so  kind, 
How  would  it  cheer  my  fainting  mind  ! 
But  duty  makes  me  understand, 
That  we  must  take  the  parting  hand. 

'     Taking  Leave  of  a  Brother.  M.7s  &  Gs. 
arewell  ! — serve  God,  dear  brother, 
Where'er  thy  home  may  be : 
Serve  him,  where'er  thou  travel, 
Whether  by  land  or  sea. 

j         2  This  is  thy  bounden  duty, 
As  thou  canst  clearly  see, 
In  nature's  book,  and  Bible, 
The  school-books  of  the  free. 

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MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION.    783 

3  These  blessed  books  to  study, 

Be  all  thy  heart's  delight; 
Life,  peace,  and  free  salvation, 

Come  through  their  heavenly  light. 

4  But  most  of  all,  live  holy ; 

Do  good  to  all  mankind  ; 
Then,  when  your  days  are  ended, 
The  crown  of  life  you'll  find. 


1231 


No  Parting  in  Heaven.  C.  M. 

Brethren  and  sisters,  we  must  part, 
And  to  our  callings  go  ; 
But  let  us  still  be  one  in  heart, 

Whilst  we  remain  below. 
We're  marching  thro'  ImmanueV s ground! 
J!"  soon  shall  hear  the  trumpet's  sound ; 
And,  then  with  Jesus  ice  shall  meet, 

/  never,  never  part  again. 
What  I — .'/'  ver  part  again  f 
No! — never  pari  again. 
What  I — never  pari  again  ? 
No  ! — never  part  again  I 
But  there  we  shall  each  other  greet. 
And  never,  never  part  again. 

2  Below  we  soon  may  meet  no  more  ; 

But  we  shall  meet  above; 
Where  pains  and  partings  arc  no  more — 
In  the  blest  world  of  love. 
We're  marching  through,  dec. 

3  With  Christ  we  shall  in  para 

Tm  endless  ages  dwell ; 
Where  saints  rejoice  ains, 

And  never  say,  "  Farewell." 

II'  7'  marching  through,  \ 


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784   MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION. 


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1232 


About  to  Pari.  S.  M. 

And  let  our  bodies  part — 
To  different  climes  repair  : 
Inseparably  joined  in  heart 
The  friends  of  Jesus  are. 

2  0,  let  our  heart  and  mind 
Continually  ascend. 

That  haven  of  repose  to  find, 
Where  all  our  labors  end. 

3  0,  happy,  happy  place, 
Where  saints  and  angels  meet! 

There  we  shall  see  each  other's  face, 
And  all  our  brethren  greet. 

4  The  church  of  the  first  born, 
We  shall  with  them  be  blest, 

And,  crown'd  with  endless  joy,  return 
To  our  eternal  rest. 

5  To  gather  home  his  own, 
God  will  his  angels  send, 

And  bid  our  bliss,  on  earth  begun, 
In  deathless  triumph  end. 

iZoo         Christians  Loth  to  Part         C.  M. 

Lord,  when  together  here  we  meet, 
And  taste  thy  heavenly  grace, 
Thy  smiles  are  so  divinely  sweet, 
We're  loth  to  leave  the  place. 

2  Yet,  Father,  since  it  is  thy  will 

That  we  must  part  again, 
0  let  thy  gracious  presence  still 
With  every  soul  remain. 

3  Thus  let  us  all  in  Christ  be  one, 

Bound  with  the  cords  of  love, 
Till  we  around  thy  glorious  throne 
Shall  joyous  meet  above. 


MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION.    785  ' 


1234 


Good  Night.  C.  M. 

Farewell,  dear  friends,  adieu,  adieu, 
Still  in  God's  ways  delight; 

And  grace,  and  peace  shall  be  with  you  ; 
Good  night,  dear  friends,  good  night. 

2  "VVe  part,  though  often  here  we  meet, 

And  feel  a  great  delight; 
Then  let  us  hope  we'll  meet  at  home; 
Good  night,  dear  friends,  good  night. 

3  But  when  we  meet  in  heaven  above, 

With  joy  we'll  all  unite, 
To  sing  of  Christ's  redeeming  love, 
And  never  say,  good  night. 


1235 


Re-uniou  in  Heaven.  P.  M.  6,5,6,5,0,0,0,5, 

When  shall  we  meet  again — 
Meet  ne'er  to  sever  ? 
"When  will  peace  wreathe  her  chain 

'Round  us  forever? 
Our  hearts  will  ne'er  repose, 
Safe  from  each  blast  that  blows 
In  this  dark  vale  of  woes — 
Never — no,  never. 

2  When  shall  love  freely  flow, 

Pure  as  life's  river? 
When  shall  sweet  friendship  glow, 

Changeless  forever? 
Where  joys  celestial  thrill, 
Where  bliss  cadi  heart  shall  fill, 
And  fears  of  parting  chill 

\.\ er — no,  never. 

)  dp  to  that  w<»rl<l  of  light 
Take  u-:,  dear  Saviour ; 
May  we  all  there  unite, 

Happy  forever: 

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'  786    MEETING,  PARTING  ANDDISMISSIOn!         ' 


Where  kindred  spirits  dwell, 
There  may  our  music  swell, 
And  time  our  joys  dispel 
Never — no,  never. 

4  Soon  shall  we  meet  again — 

Meet  ne'er  to  sever  ; 
Soon  will  peace  wreathe  her  chain 

Hound  us  forever: 
Our  hearts  will  then  repose, 
Secure  from  worldly  woes ; 
Our  songs  of  praise  shall  close 

Never — no,  never. 


1236 


A  Parting  Hymn.  C.  M. 

Through  Christ,  when  we  together  came, 
In  singleness  of  heart, 
We  met,  0  Jesus,  in  thy  name, 
And  in  thy  name  we  part. 

2  We  part  in  body,  not  in  mind, — 

Our  minds  continue  one ; 
And  each  to  each  in  Jesus  joinM, 
We  happily  go  on. 

3  Present  in  spirit  still  we  are, 

And  intimately  nigh; 
While  on  the  wings  of  faith  and  pray'r 
We  Abba,  Father !  cry. 


1237 


Parting  Hymn.  P.  M.  £ 

Wis  God,  the  great  God,  we  adore, 

1  Our  faithful,  unchangeable  friend, 
Whose  love  is  as  large  as  his  pow'r, 
And  neither  knows  measure  nor  end. 

2  ;Tis  Jesus,  the  first  and  the  last, 

Whose  Spirit  shall  guide  us  safe  home : 
We'll  praise  him  for  all  that  is  past, 
And  trust  him  for  all  that's  to  come. 


3     MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION.     r87 

LAOO  Parting.  S.  M. 

Once  more,  before  we  part, 
We'll  bless  the  Saviour's  name; 
Let  every  tongue  and  every  heart 
Adore  and  praise  the  same. 

2       Still  on  thy  holy  word 

We'll  live,  and  feed,  and  grow; 
And  still  go  on  to  know  the  Lord, 
And  practice  what  we  know. 


1239 


Parting  Hymn.  C.  M. 


"YTow,  pilgrims,  let  us  go  in  peace, 
ii  While  through  this  world  we  rove  ; 
Till  all  these  parting  moments  cease, 
And  we  shall  meet  above. 

2  Though  trials  here  our  souls  annoy, 

And  foes  beset  the  road, 
We're  hastening  to  eternal  joy. 
Where  we  shall  rest  with  God. 

3  Let  us  rejoice  in  God  our  King, 

While  pilgrims  here  we  rove  ; 
And  join  with  heart  and  voice  to  sing 
The  wonders  of  his  love. 

4  Soon  we  shall  reach  the  heavenly  land. 

And  tread  the  peaceful  shore; 
And  there  unite,  a  glorious  band, 
Our  Jesus  to  adore. 


1240 


The  Parting  Blessing.      M. v-.  It 

J.  grant  ua  all  a  blessing: 
1  it  down.  Lord,  from  al><> 
May  we  part,  thy  loi  ing, 

And  rejoicing  in  thy  Love. 
Farewell,  brethren,  farewell,  sisl 
Till  we  all  Bhall  meet  again. 


P788 


MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION. 


2  Jesus,  pardon  all  our  folly, 

Since  together  we  have  been  ; 
Make  us  humble,  make  us  holy, 
Cleanse  us  all  from  every  sin. 
Farewell,  brethren,  farewell,  sisters, 
Till  we  all  shall  meet  again. 


1241 


At  Parting.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

May  the  grace  of  Christ,  our  Saviour, 
And  the  Father's  boundless  love, 
With  the  Holy  Spirit's  favor, 
Eest  upon  us  from  above. 

2  Thus  may  we  abide  in  union 
With  each  other  and  the  Lord, 
And  possess,  in  sweet  communion, 
Joys  which  earth  cannot  afford. 


1242 


Fareicell  Hymn.  L,  M. 

Farewell,  dear  friends,  I  must  be  gone; 
I  have  no  home  or  stay  with  you ; 
I'll  take  my  staff  and  travel  on, 
Till  I  a  better  world  do  view. 

Farewell,  fareicell,  farewell, 
My  loving  friends,  farewell. 

2  Farewell,  young  converts  of  the  cross, 
0  labor  hard  for  Christ  and  heaven ; 
You've  counted  all  things  here  but  dross  ; 
Fight  on,  the  crown  shall  soon  be  given. 

Farewell,  farewell,  &c. 

3  Farewell,  old  soldiers  of  the  cross ; 
You've  struggled  long  and  hard  for  heaven ; 
You've  counted  all  things  here  but  loss ; 
Fight  on,  the  crown  will  soon  be  given. 

Farewell,  farewell,  <Scc. 


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MEETING,  PARTING  AND  WSBOBSION.    789  " 

! 
4  Farewell,  poor  c  ,  too; 

It  grieves  my  heart  to  leave  you  here; 
Eternal  vengeance  waits  for  you, — 

0  turn,  and  find  salvation  near! 
Farewell,  farewell,  d/c. 


1243 


At  Parting.  M. 

Wiiex  shall  we  all  meet  again? 
When  shall  we  all  meet  again  ? 
Oft  shall  glowing  hope  expire ; 
Oft  shall  wearied  love  retire, 
Oft  shall  death  and  Borrow  reign, 
Ere  we  all  shall  meet  again. 

When  in  distant  lands  we  sigh, 
Parch'd  beneath  a  burning  sky, 
Though  the  deep  between  us  rolls* 
Friendship  shall  unite  our  souls  ; 
And  in  fancy's  wide  domain 
Oft  shall  we  all  meet  again. 

When  the  dreams  of  life  are  fled, 
When  its  wasted  lamp  is  dead, 
When  in  cold  oblivion's  shade 
Beauty,  wealth  and  fame  arc  Laid, — 
Where  immortal  spirits  reign, 
There  may  we  all  meet  again. 


1244 


A  Parting  Hymn.  C.  M 

BLESs'd  be  the  dear  uniting  love, 
That  will  not  let  as  pari  ! 
Our  bodies  may  \'->ir  off  remove — 
We  still  arejoin'd  in  heart. 

2  Join'd  in  one  spirit,  to  our  Head, 
Where  he  appoints,  we'll 

And  still  in  Jesus' 

And  show  his  praise  bel 


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790    MEETING,  PARTING  AND  DISMISSION. 

o  0  let  us  ever  walk  in  him, 
And  nothing  know  beside  ; 
Nothing  desire,  nothing  esteem, 
But  Jesus  crucified. 

4  Closer  and  closer  let  us  cleave 
To  his  beloved  embrace  ; 
That  we  may  ever  strength  receive, 
Through  his  abounding  grace. 


\  1245 


The  Great  Meeting.         Sentences. 

What  a  meeting,  what  meeting  that  will  be, 
What  a  meeting,  what  a  meeting  that  will  be, 
What  a  meeting  that  will  be, 
When  our  Father's  face  we'll  see, 
And  we  all  meet  around  God's  bright  throne  I 

2  Our  brethren,  our  brethren  will  be  there,  &c. 
Whom  we  often  met  in  pray'r,  &c. 

3  Our  sisters,  our  sisters  will  be  there,  &c. 

4  Our  fathers,  our  fathers  will  be  there,  &c. 

5  Our  mothers,  our  mothers  will  be  there,  &c. 

6  Our  children,  our  children  will  be  there,  &c. 

7  Our  preachers,  our  preachers  will  be  there,  &c.  \ 

1^4u  Dismission.         M.  8s,  7s  &  4s 

Lord,  dismiss  us  with  thy  blessing ; 
Fill  our  hearts  with  joy  and  peace, 
Let  us  all,  they  love  possessing, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  grace  : 

0,  refresh  us, 
Traveling  through  this  wilderness. 

2  Thanks  we  give,  and  adoration, 
For  the  gospel's  joyful  sound  ; 
May  the  fruits  of  thy  salvation 
In  our  hearts  and  lives  abound : 

May  thy  presence 
With  us  evermore  be  found. 


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*     MEETING.   ,   \-;ii.\'.  AND  DISMISSION.    791  °j 

3  Then,  whene'er  the  signal's  given 
Us  from  earth  to  rail  away, 
Borne,  on  angels'  wings,  to  heaven, — 
Glad  the  Bummons  to  obey — 

May  we  ever 
Reign  with  Christ  in  endless  day. 


1247 


Dismission,  or  a  Parting  Hymn.    L.  M. 

Come,  christian  brethren,  ere  we  part, 
Join  every  voice  and  every  heart ; 
One  solemn  hymn  to  God,  to  raise, 
One  final  song  of  grateful  praise. 

2  Christians,  we  here  may  meet  no  more! 
But  there  is  yet  a  happier  shore ; 
And  there,  released  from  toil  and  pain, 
Dear  brethren,  we  shall  meet  again. 


1248 


Dismission.  S.  M. 

Once  more,  before  we  part, 
Great  God,  attend  our  pray'r, 
And  seal  the  gospel  on  the  heart 
Of  all  assembled  here. 

And  if  we  meet  no  more 
On  Zion's  earthly  ground, 
0  may  we  reach  that  blissful  shore 
To  which  all  saints  are  bound. 


1249 


Di  L.  If. 

D[8ifiss  us,  with  thy  blessing,  Lord! 
lfdp  us  to  feed  upon  thy  word  ; 
All  that  Las  been  amiss  forgive, 
And  Let  thy  truth  within  us  live. 

2  Th  mgh  we  are  faulty,  thou  art  good; 

!Wash  all  our  works  in  Jesus'  blood; 
(live  every  burdened  soul  reU 
And  bid  us  all  depart  in  | 

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792  DOXOLOGIES. 


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13 


Benediction.  M.  8s  &  7s. 

Prince  of  peace,  be  ever  near  us, 
Fix  in  all  our  hearts  thy  home ; 
With  thy  blessed  presence  cheer  us, 

Let  thy  sacred  kingdom  come. 

Raise  to  heaven  our  expectation ; 

Give  our  favored  souls  to  prove 

Glorious  and  complete  salvation, 

In  the  realms  of  bliss  above. 


DOXOLOGIES. 


Praise  from  all  Creatures.  L.  M. 

Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow ; 
Praise  him,  all  creatures  here  below ; 
Praise  him  above,  ye  heavenly  host; 
Praise  Father.  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 


Adoration  from  all  Creatures.       L.  M. 
lo  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 

And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given, 
By  all  on  earth,  and  all  in  heaven. 


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Adoration  to  Jehovah.  C.  M. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
One  God,  whom  we  adore, 
Be  glory,  as  it  was,  is  now, 
And  shall  be  evermore. 

The  Trinity  Adored.  C.  M. 

"VTow  let  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 
1^1   And  Spirit  be  ador'd, 
Where  there  are  works  to  make  him  known, 
Or  saints  to  love  the  Lord. 


DOXOLOGIES. 


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8 


9 


Ascription  of  Praises.  S.  M. 

Give  to  the  Father  praise, 
Give  glory  to  the  Son, 
And  to  the  Spirit  of  his  grace 
Be  equal  honor  done. 

Co-equal  Honors.  S.  M. 

To  the  eternal  Three, 
In  will  and  essence  one ; 
To  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit  be 
Co-equal  honors  done. 

Honor,  Praise  and  Glory  to  God.     S.  P.  M. 

To  God,  the  Father,  Son, 
And  Spirit — Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise,  and  glory  given  : 
To  the  great  One  in  Three 
Eternal  praises  be, 
From  all  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven. 

The  Source  of  all  Blessings.     C.  P.  M. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Be  praise  amid  the  heavenly  host, 
And  in  the  church  below; 
From  whom  all  creatures  draw  their  breath, 
By  whom  redemption  frees  from  death. 
From  whom  all  comforts  flow. 

Praise  to  the  Sacred  Three.      L.  P.  M. 

XTow  to  the  great  and  Sacred  Three, 
11  The  Father,  Sun,  and  Spirit 
Ktcmal  praise  and  glory  given, 

Through  all  the  worlds  where  ( lod  II  known. 

By  all  the  angola  near  the  throne, 

And  all  the  saints  in  earth  and  heaven. 


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12 


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14 


Universal  Praise  to  God.  M.  7s. 

Praise  the  name  of  God  most  high, 
Praise  him,  all  below  the  sky, 
Praise  him,  all  ye  heavenly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

Prayer  and  Praise.  M.  6  lines  7s. 

Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
One  in  Three,  and  Three  in  One, 
As  by  the  celestial  host, 
Let  thy  will  on  earth  be  done ; 
Praise  by  all  to  thee  be  giv'n, 
Glorious  Lord  of  earth  and  heav'n. 

The  Trinity  Enthroned.        M.  8s,  7s  &  4. 

Great  Jehovah !  we  adore  thee, 
God,  the  Father— God,  the  Son- 
God,  the  Spirit — joined  in  glory, 
On  the  same  eternal  throne  ; 

Endless  praises 
To  Jehovah,  Three  in  One. 

Praise  to  the.  Trinity.     II.  M.  6,6,6,6,8,8. 

To  God  the  Father's  throne, 
Your  highest  honors  raise : 
Glory  to  God  the  Son  ; 
To  God  the  Spirit  praise : 
With  all  our  powers,  eternal  King, 
Thy  name  we'll  praise,  thy  name  we'll  sing. 

Boundless  Praise.  M.  6s  &  4s. 

To  God— the  Father,  Son, 
And  Spirit — Three  in  One — 
All  praise  be  giv'n : 
Crown  him,  in  every  song; 
To  him  your  hearts  belong: 
Let  all  his  praise  prolong, 
On  earth — in  heav'n. 


DOXOLOGIES.  795 


15 


16 


17 


Boundless  and  coequal  Praise.     M.  7s  A  6s. 

FROM  all  in  earth  and  heaven, 
To  God,  the  Three  in  One, 
Be  boundless  glory  given, 

And  ceaseless  service  done; 
Co-equal  praise  to  Father, 
To  Son,  and  Spirit  be ; 
One  God  they  reign  together, — 
One  Holy  Trinity. 

A  Benediction  Implored.     P.  M.  7s  &  Gs. 

Now  may  grace  and  mercy  rest, 
On  our  congregation ; — 
May  thy  saints  be  richly  blest, 

With  thy  great  salvation  : 
May  thy  word  and  Spirit  guide, 

All  thy  people  in  the  way, 
Till  with  all  the  sanctified, 

They  shall  reign  in  endless  day. 


Adoration  fn  tlie  Triune  God,     M.  10s. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit,  ever  blest, 
Eternal  praise  and  worship  he  address'd; 
From  ago  to  age,  ye  saints,  his  name  adore, 

And  spread  his  lame,  till  time  shall  be  no  more. 

i-U  Praise  to  Father,  Son.  and  Spirit.  M.  Ha 

All  praise  to  the  Father,  all  praise  to  the  Son, 
All  praise  to  the  Spirit,  thrice  bless'd, 
The  Holy,  Eternal,  Supreme  Three  in  One, 
Was,  is,  and  shall  still  be  address'd. 

10 

'  Glory  and  Worship  Addressed  to  God.  M.  11>. 
Fathsb  almighty,  to  thee  be  address'd, 

With  Christ  and  tie1  Spirit,  One  I  tod  ewr  blest. 


o 

All  glory  and  worship  from  earth  and  from  ln'av'n. 
As  was,  and  is  now,  and  shall  ever  be  giv'n. 


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jr 


INDEX  OF  SUBJECTS. 


1 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


200,368, 


Ashamed  of  Christ,  not,  389 
570. 


ABBA,  Father, 
370 
Abraham}  faith  of,         Gil 
Abstinence,  996 

Accepted  time,  284 

Access  to  God,  758,759,700 
Adam,  61,64 

Admission  to  church,  427 — 

434. 
Adoption,  368— 373 

Adoration,  464,466,468 

Advent,  second,  1134—1138 
Adversity,  614,618,621 

Advocate,  199,200,201 

Afflictions,  1057—1059  i  Backslider's  lament 


"  of  the  gospel,  not, 
Ascension,  '    193—195 

Assurance,  371 — 377  i 

Atheism,  63  \ 

Atonement,  176—182 

Attributes  of  God,      7—33; 
Autumn,  1045; 

Awakening,  247 — 259 

Away  to  sab.  school,       94  I 

BABYLON'S  fall,      1150 
Backsliding,      876—883 1 

876 


619  Baptism,  buried  by.    533- 

010  roe 


"  Sanctilied,  1060  Backsliders" exhorted,     877  \ 

Affections,  crucified,       682  Banner,  gospel,  799 

Alter  sermon,  519  ~ 

1046—1049 
Aid  for  the  poor,     525,530, 

531. 
Alarming,  248,254,2 

1113. 
All-sufficiency  of  God,  10,13  Balaam's  wish, 
All  ami  in  all,     130,391,574  Balm  of  life 
All  is  well, 
All  things  ours, 
Almost  christian, 


Baptism, 
"  of  Christ, 
ft  of  the  eunuch, 

Ancient  m- 


89,532—546 

543,645 

541 


542 
1115 
131 
1066  Bartimeus,  blind.  316 

,;7<  Barren  fig  tree, 
666  Bearing  the  cross, 
Alms-deeds,  525—531   Beatitudes,  591  i 

Anniversary,  940,963  Being  of  God,  1     6 

Anti-slavery,  983—990  Believers,  happy,    572,577, 

Anxiety,  ministerial,      449       581,602. 
"  parental,      926,929,932,  Benevolence.    526,527,528, 
1073.  ;,:;i>. 

Anxious  meetio  369  Bereavement,       1121,1122 

AposU  876—883  Bethel,  dedication  of.  1024 

le  i  commission,    l  12       1031, 

Ark,  421  Bethlehem,  112,113 

Armor,  662  Before  sermon,      51 1 

20* 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYYNS. 

[Best  things,  1213,  Charity,  525,527,587, 

i  Bible,  69— 80J  Chastisement,358. 1058,1060 

Class,  youth,     964—982  Children  of'God,369,633,883 


a  precious  book,    70,79, 

80,958. 

"  Value  of,       69,72,75,79 

"  Won't  give  up,  948 

Birth-day,  920,921 

Birth  of 'Christ,      106—115 

Blessedness  of  saints,     566, 

569. 

"  of  heaven,      1175—1177 

Blindness  of  sinners,  266,272 

Blood  of  Christ,        128,165, 

168,176,177,349,495. 
Body  and  soul,  1093 

Bondage  of  pilgrims,     658 
"  of  slaves,    "        988,989 
Bond  of  perfectness,       691 
Born  of  God,  364—367 

"  of  the  Spirit,  365 

Bones,  dry,  852 

Brazen  serpent,  84,85 

Book  of  life,  51,1203 

Bounties  of  Providence,  49, 

50,54. 

Bread  of  life,      552,575,794 

"'  of  heaven,  634 

Broad  way,  656 

"  and  narrow  way,        651 

Broken  heart,  271*307,311, 

317. 

Brotherly  love,      692—702 
Burden  of  guilt,  282 

Burdened  souls,  868 

Burial  hymns,     1123—1133 
"  of  the  righteous,     1125, 
1127,1130,1132. 

HAL  VARY,  152 

VJ  Campmeetings,901— 903 
Calls  regretted,  305 

Canaan,"  919 

Captives,  232 

Care,  God's,  59 

Carnal  jovs  dangerous,  1210 
Celebration,    960,1005,1007 


in  heaven,  1185 

of  Zion,  432 

Children's  offering,         957 

Child's  prayer,  952 

Christ's  Agony  on  the  cross 

165,171. 

"  Agony  inthe  garden,  160 

"  Coronation,      196—198 

"  Second  advent,       1134, 

1138. 
Christ,  Advocate,     199,201 
All  and  in  all,  130 

Ascension  of,  193 — 195 
Atonement  of,  176,182 
Beauties  of,  122 

Birth  of,     '       106—115 


"  Blood  of,     176,177,349, 

495. 
"  Bridegroom,  1137 

"  Bread  of  heaven,  634 
"  Brother,  129,132,633 
"  Burial  of,  183 

"  Captain",  131,666 

"  Calls  of,  283 

11  Character  and  names  of, 

116—132,135. 
"  Chief,  147 

"  Coming  of,     111,1134— 

1138,1164. 
"  Commission  of,  90 

"  Compassion  of,      90,93, 

96,137,148. 
"  Condescension  of,       92, 

93,96. 
"  Corner-stone,  1020, 

1023. 
"  Conqueror,         184,191, 

198,203.204,207.210. 
"  Cross  of,149,154. 16*4,175 
"  Crucifixion  of.167— 175. 
"  Deity  of,  133 

"  Door,  131 

"  Exaltation  of,  193—195 
"  Example  of,  142,144,549) 


r*r~ 


INDEX    OF   SUBJECTS. 


799 


FIGDRW  BMWm 
Christ,  foundation  of  ch'ch, 
1020,1021. 
"  Fountain  of  life,         980 
Friend,  125,:)27 

Fullness  of,  267 

Glory  of,  198,203 

Grace  of,  387 

Hiding-place,  390 

High  priest,  137,138,141 
Hope  of  glory,  124 

Help  of,  321 

Humanity  of,  103,112 
Humiliation  of,  92—97 
Incarnation  of,  100 — 11"' 
Intercession  of,199— 201 
Judge  of  all,  1160,1164 
Kingdom  of,  115. 202. 211 
King,  ,204,466 

Lamb  of  God,  128 

Leader,  633 

126 
Living  water,  295 

Light,  77 

Lord  of  all,         196,197 
of,  !':'>.'•"'> 

Loving-kindness, 
Majesty,  1164,1169 

Mediation,  94,96,97,102 
Mediator, 

Mission  of,  90,96 

:   Miracles  of,  142.14': 

Morning  .star,  112.124. 
816. 

Names  of,  116—132 
:  Nativity  of,  100—115 
:  Offices  of.  i:;i     l  n 

:  Pearl  of  great  pric 

290,388 

139 

572 


I    « 


Physician, 
Praise 
Power  of. 
Portion  of, 
Precious    to    beli 

ll-.ll!'. 

Priest, (see  High  P 
140. 


U  To  BYMM8. 

Christ,  prophet,  134 

"  Prince  of  peace.  109 
••  Ransom,  101,102,105 
«  Refuge,  616,1062 

••   Reign,  202—211 

••  Resurrection,    184—192 

461. 
"  Righteousness,  349 

«  Rock,  123,614 

(i  Sacrifice,  178479 

u  Saviour,  166.504 

"  Shepherd,  127,690 

"  Star,      121, J24,1 31,690, 

691. 
"  Sufferings,        149—158 
"  Sun  of  righteous] 
•■  Surety,  '  181,200 

«  Teacher,  136 

f  Transfiguration  of,  1214 
u  Victories  of,  216 

11   Way  to  heaven.  335 

«  Way,  truth  and  life,  126 
"  Wisdom,  15G 

Christian,  565—671 

%i  Experience,      57 

_  —597 
"   Duties,  598—013 

"  Sufferings,  GU — C32 
u  K;1(,..     '  I — 658 

«   Warfare.  1—667 

«  Privileges,  GGS— 077 
..   perf 

••  Union,  692 

"  Ministry, 

Church.  414-420 

"  Fellowship,     _     I 
"   Foundation  of, 
"  Glory  of,  420 

"  Increase  of, 
"  Safety  <>f. 

City  0f( 

Commission  of  the  . 
442, 

71! 
Communion, 

on  of  ('In  isl 

8 


INDEX    OF   SUBJECTS. 


FIGURES  REFELt  TO  HYMNS. 


353- 


264 

875 

270 

-359 

822 

579 

382,687 

379—405 

354 

266,272 

196— 19S 


Confession  of  sin, 
Contrite  heart, 
Contrite  sinners, 
Conversion, 
"  of  the  world, 
Conscience, 
Contentment, 
Convert, 
Converted  thief, 
Conviction, 
Coronation, 
Corner-stone  laving, 1020 — 

1023. 
Covenant,  676 

Cross,  taken  up,  599 

Cross  and  crown,  622 

Creation,  38—46 

Covet,  thou  shalt  not,  1225 
Crucified  with  Christ,  671 
Crucifixion  of  Christ,164 — 

175. 

DAILY  devotion,709-715 
Dare  and  do,  609 

Darkness,  heathen,  791,807, 

808. 

Dailv  food,  904—907 

Day*,  Judgment,  1158—1170 

,;of  grace,  1055 

"  ofpentecost,  849 

Death-bed  devotions, 1080— 

1083. 

Death  of  Christ,     164—175 

"  of  a  brother,  1114 

"  of  a  christian,  1118 

«  of  a  child,        1116,1117, 

1121. 
"  of  a  friend,      1100,1130, 

1132. 
"  of  a  minister,  1110,1111 
"  of  an  old  person.    1125, 

1126. 
"  of  the  righteous,     1101, 

1109,1112,1118. 
"  of  a  scholar,  955 

"  of  a  sister,        1105,1112 
I    "  of  a  teacher,  950 


Death  of  avouth,  1113 

"  of  the  wicked,  248,1106 
"  Happv  and  triumphant, 

1088,1118.1119. 
"  Peaceful,  1083,1101,1109 
"  Preparation  for,     1075, 

1076,1094,1099. 
"  Support  in,     1080,1083, 

1087. 
"  Victory  over,J083,1088, 
1094. 
Declension,  spiritual,  823 — 
831. 
"  Lamented,  827 

Dedication  of  a  bethel,  1024 
—1031. 
"  of  self,  345,401,864 

Delay  dangerous,      239,829 
Delight  in  God,    56,464,573  j 
"  in  his  church,    414,417, 

462. 
"  in  his  ordinances,    536,  \ 

537,551,557. 
"  in  his  word,        73,75,80  ' 
"  in  his  worship,  463,470, 
473,476. 
Deliverance  from  sin,    350, 
353,385,387. 
"  from  danger,   1061,1163 
"  from  death,      1061,1063 
"  from  sickness,  1061,1063 
Denial  of  self,     382.403,601 
Despondency,     828,836,878 
Dependence  on  God,      329, 

391,578. 
Depravity,         66,67,68,100 
Devotion,  private,  709 — 715 
Disconsolate,  278 

Dismission,  1245 — 1250 

Divinity  of  Christ,  133 

Distress  of  mind,     260,262, 

263. 
Doctrine  of  God,  69,77,411 
Doomed  man,  257 

Doom  of  the  wickdd,     248, 

1106,1174,1220. 
Door,  Christ  the,  246 

O 


INDEX   OP   SUBJECTS. 


801' 


FIGURBfl  RKFKlt  To  BTMS 

•  Doubting  souls,     870—876   Faithfulness  of  God, 


:  Doubts  and  fears,    872,873 
-  Drv  bones,  852 

J  Duties,  christian,  598—613 
;  Duty  to  parents,  949 

;  Dwelling  with  God,        650 
I    "  House  above,  683 


<  TjiARLY  instruction,     947 
J  Hi  "  piety,         967,970,978 

nestoftheSpirit,314,3"" 
)    "  Prayer,  314 

<i    "  All  things,  245 

I  Educational,  933—936 

J  Effort,  801,1012,1207 

j  Eldership,  1009—1019 

>  End  of  the  righteous,  1101 
{    «  of  the  wicked.  1220 

\    «  of  the  world,  1158,1166 
JEnejnies,  659,661 

\  Eternity,       lt)91,1099,1196 

<  Equality  of  man, 

ing,"bowtogain,6l 
Evening  hymns,     7_s — 7:;  I 
Evil  company,  942 

Example.  Christ  our,  142, 11! 

of  old,  1221 

Exhortation,  237—246 

nee  meeting,   776— 


"  Christian, 
Expostulation, 


572—581 
241 


FAITH  in  Christ,  330,855 
"  Evidences  of,  939,342 
i  "  Pruita  of,  339,341,344 
;    "  Living,  340 

:    "  of  things  unseen,       331 

"  Power  of,     330, 
|    "  Trials  of,  311,618 

;    "  Salvation  thro« 

"  Unfailing,  333 

'    "  Victory  .-f.   332, 
;    "  and  woi  34  1 


31 

Faithful  servant,  606 

Fall  of  man.  61—68 

Family  worship.     716—739 

"of  God,  416 

"  of  heaven,  416 

Farewell  hymns,1229— 1242 

Fast  day,  *  884—890 

Father/ Abba,  200.370 

Fears,  594 

Feast,  'j  7  7 

Feet- washing,         546—649 

"  a  ch.  ordinance,  546,547 

"  a  command,  548 

Fellowship  with  God,     581 

"  Church,         429,431,432 

First  resurrection,  '  1139— 

1141. 
Following  Christ,   395,533, 

536,613. 

Forgiveness  of  sins.  348,350 

"  Seekingfor,  310,318,322 

"  Rejoicing  in,  394 

M  Praising  God  for,  380— 

402. 

Food,  daily,  906 

Foundation  of  the  church, 

418,1021. 
Fountain  of  life.       176,313 
Frailty  of  man,  1067—1077 
Freedom, 

Freedom  and  holim 
Yn'f  will.  242 

Friend,  our,  119,126 

"  Sinner'.-,  327 

Friendship  of  God,  486 
Fruits  otthe  Spirit. :>l  i.  218 
•  of  faith,  339,341,344 
Fullness  of  God, 

of  the  Bible.  7  1 

Funeral  hymn-.  1100—1122 


GABRIEL'8  trump.  1147 
Garden  of  Gethi 
L50.il 

Eden,  42,1095 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


!  Garden  of  paradise,  403 
»  General  resurrection,    1151 

—1157. 
\  Gentiles,  789,791 

>  Gentleness,  931 
I  Gift  of  the  Bible,  71 

"  of  God's  Son,  90,98 

"  of  the  Spirit,         214,849 

>  Glory  to  God,  107,108 
I  God,'  being  of,  1 — 7 
k    "  a  Spirit,  15 

"  All  in  all,  574 

u  All-sufficiency  of,  10,13 
"  Attributes  of,  7—33 

u  Benefactor,  24 

"  Cannot  lie,  59 

"  Care  of,  289 

"  Communion  with,  56£ 
"  Compassion  of,  90,93,96 
"  137. 

"  Condescension  of,  25 
"  Creator,  41,45,46 

"  Dominion  of,  12 

"  Eternity  of,  8,9 

"  Existence  of,  1 — 7 

"  Faithfulness  of,  30,31 
"  Fellowship  with,  581 
"  Friendship  of,  486 

"  Friend,  486 

"  Glory  of,  5,38,40 

"  Goodness  of,  22,23 

"  Government  of,  51 

u  Grace  of,  95 

"  Greatness  of,13,14,16,41 
"  Guide  and  guardian,213 
"  Heirs  of,  371 

"  Help  of,  448,578 

"  Holiness  of,  29 

"  Incomprehensible,      13, 

14,16. 
1  <  Joy  in,  572 

"  Justice  of,  30 

"  Kindness  of,  22 

"  Love  of,26,27,28,91,120, 

293. 
"  Loving-kindness  of,  397 
"  Law  of,  231,628 


God,  majesty  of,  44,45  ! 

"  Mercy  of,        32,329,405 
Omnipotence  of,  20 

Omnipresence  of,         17 
Omniscience  of,      17,18 
Perfections  of,        7 — 33  I 
Portion,  our,       391,572 
Power  of,  20  J 

Preserver,  391 

Refuge  in,  610,863,1062 
Rock,  123,614 

Shepherd,  127 

Sovereignty  of,  33  \ 

Supporter,  391,578  ] 

Unchangeable, 
Wisdom  of, 
Ways  of, 
Works  of, 
Wrath  of, 
Good  man  happy, 
Goodness, year  crowned, 894 
Godly  sorrow,  273 

Golden  rule,  603,604 

Gospel,  225—236 

"  Banner  of,  799  \ 

«  Call  of,  225,236,237 

"  Excellence  of,  227  < 

"  Feast  of,  277,561 1 

"  Fullness  of,  227 

"  Glad  tidings  of,  232  j 

"  Invitations  of,  225 

"  Message  of,  277,517 

"  Not  ashamed  of,389,570  \ 
«  Pool,  320  j 

"  Resistance  of,  234  \ 

"  Power  of,      229,230,235 
"  Spread  of,  807  ) 

"  Savor  of  life,  437  \ 

u  Success  and  triumphs  of  j 

803,810. 
"  Trumpet,  225 

Oraces,  (see  Christian,) 582 
95 
387 
1055 
405 
758,759  \ 

m 


10,11 
21.26  | 
'48  \ 
40.44  \ 
1171 
602 


Grace  of  God, 
Amazing, 
Day  of, 
Freeness  of, 
Throne  of, 


IXUKX   OF  SUBJECTS. 


FIGURES  BIFBBTO  HTM  VS. 

|  Gratitude,  50 

I  Guilt  of  sin,  272,308 

'Grieving the  Spirit.216,316 


HALLELUJAH,  506 

Hardness  of  heart,  154, 

Bai  896.900 

tit.  pure, 

"   Stubborn,  265 

"  Tenderness,  301 

u  Christ's  throne,         678 

:;    "  Gift  of,  276 

Happy  choice,  298 

••  Band,  946 

•   Daj,  280,385,941 

••  the  child  of  grace. 

'    "  Land,  1184 

Sealing,  323 

H-  ;>  1175—1206 

"  What  it  is,  1177 

"  Christian's  home,    1178 

••  Pilgrim's  home,       1 183 

"  My  fatherland,        1187 

petuity  of,         1179 

"   I)\\ •.  tiling  place  of  God, 

1201. 
Heavenly  re-union,       1206 
cHeirsofGod,  371 

J    u  of  the  kingdom,        370 


Humiliation,  davof, 
Humility,  590,626 

Hypocrite,  256 


Hell,               '     11 

71—1174 

:  God, 

57J 

••  of  God, 

Is. 

Km;. mil 

High  i 

138,1  n> 

H  o  Hi 

H61y  8 

in  hearen, 

624 

,ir<l  bound, 

124,378,11 

..n.i. 

of  God, 

•171 

Humiliation  of  Chi 

no. 

1 

m.  *...-.  . 

TMITATIOX  of  Christ.  144 
1  Immortality,  1091,1099 
Impenitent,     *  249 

Imploring  mercy,  311 

Importunity.  746 

Imputed  righteousn 
Incarnation.  106 — 114 

Incarnate  Saviour,  500 

Independence  ode,  1006 
Inspiration,  82 

Invitations,       274—. 
Invocation, 
Israel,  811 


JAILOR'S  conversion,855 
Jesus,  crucified, 
Jeeus,  names  of,      116 — 133 
Jerusalem,  11- 

Joining  Church,     427—434 
Joy,  grace  of, 
••  in  God,  572,577 

••  in  worship,  467,470 

••  of  the  convert, 
u  over  conversion 

Joyful  pilgrim, 

208,2 
Judgment,  — 1 170 

Impending, 

1166 

Justice  of  God,' 
Justification,  346,362 

and  equity, 


I 


KEDRl  161,163 

K in  :  531,607 

Kill,  thou  shall  not.      1224 
1 1".. 


804 


INDEX.  OF   SUBJECTS. 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


!  Knowledge  vain,  if  without 
lo*e,586,587. 


LAMBofGod,177,178,494, 
498,501. 
!  Labor  on,  1012 

;  Land  of  Eden,  1095 

Latter  Day,  797,1144 

\  Law,  231,628 

Lazarus,  1174 

Liberality,  525,1211 

Life,  brevity,        1067,1074 
"  Changes  of,  57 

Light  of  revelation,  77 

Living  bread,  794 

"  Waters,  295 

"  Stone,  1023 

Looking  to  Jesus,  637 

Look  not  behind,  672 

Lord  of  all,  196 

Lord's  day,  450 — 461 

Lord's  supper,         550 — 564 
Lord's  prayer,  762,700 

Loss  of  the  soul,  1092,1097, 

1217. 
Lot's  wife,  829 

Love  of  God,        93,687,688 
of  Christ,  384 

:  of  creatures,dangerous, 
1210. 

to  the  brethren,  696,698 

:  to  our  neighbor,        600 

>  Loving-kindness,  397 

j  Lovely  sonnet,  913 

Lukewarnmess,       825 — 828 


MAJESTY  of  God,   14,16 
Man  in  innocence, 42, 61 
!  Man's  apostasy,  61 — 68 

!  Mariners,  911,919 

|  Marriages,  922—925 

\  Martyrs,  196 

Mary's  choice,  412 

Meditator,  94,96,97,102,181 
Meekness,  590,626 


Meeting  and  parting,  1228 
Members  of  church,  427 
Meeting  of  friends,  1228 
Meeting  for  prayer,  740,767 
.Mind  of  Christ,  664 

Mercy,  free,  405 

"  of  G  od,  493  | 

"  prayer  for,  307—329 
Mercy-seat,  705  j 

Merits  of  Christ,    176—182 
Message,  gospel,       277,517  \ 
Millennium,         1142—1149 
Ministry, christian,435 — 449  \ 

"  John's,  88,89 

Miracles,  142,146 

Miscellaneous,     1207—1237 
Missionary  hymns,789 — 800  \ 
Missionaries'  farewell,  790,  • 

793. 

Missionary  meet'g,789— 800 
Monthly  concert,  801—822  \ 
Morning  hymns,     716 — 727  \ 
Morning   prayer    meeting, 

768. 
Mount  of  the  Lord,  380,435 
Mourners,  261,263,270 

Mount  Zion,  423,425 

Music,  466,639 

Mysteries  of  Providence,47, 
52. 


NAMESof  Christ,116— 133  j 
Narrow  way,      636,656 
National  hymns',  1000—1008  j 
*  Gratitude,  893  ] 

"  Ingratitude,  890  \ 

Nativity  of  Christ,  106—115) 
Nature  proves  a  God,5,41,43  < 
Neighbor,  love  of,  600  < 

New  birth,  360—367 

New  creature,  361,364  j 

New  Jerusalem,  1180,1204  j 
New  year,  1032,1034 

Night,  good,  1234  \ 

Noon-day  prayer  meeting,  I 
771—775. 


X    OF   SUBJECTS. 


805 


r~g 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


'  OBEDIENCE,  Pilgrim,  bondage  of, 


VJ  Offices  ofChrist,134— 141 
Offerings,  children's        057 

104G- 
One  thing  needful,  412 

Oppressors, 

Ordinances  ;   (see  Baptism, 
Feet-washing  and  Lord's 
Sapper.) 
'  Ordination,  442,445 

j  Original  sin, 

\  Orphan's  prayer,  1216 

\  Out-door  worship,  441 


P  ARABLE   of  the  sower, 
436. 
Paradise  restored,    403,379 
Pardon  of  sin,    318,348,350 
Parental  hymns,    926—932 
"  Entreaty,  928 

"   Solicitude,  930,932,1073 
i  Parting  anddismission,122& 
—1250. 
"  with  earthly  joj 
"  with  friend^.     1229,1230 

Parting  ode, 

Pastures, 

Patterns, 

Patience, 

Pearl  of  great  price, 
410. 

Peace,  prayer  for,         1212 
"  with  God,  374 

"  Offering,  138 

Perdition,  1172 

Lions,christiai 

Lions,  of  God,    7—33 
Pentecost, 
Dtial, 

ution. 


Song.  402 

••  Stranger,  652 

1049  Pity  of  God,  0,91 

"  of  the  poor,  531,607 

Pleasures,  carnal,  1210 

"  Spiritual,  408,4 

Pool,  gospel, 

Poor,  aid  for,  525,530 

Portion, the  saint" 
Preaching,  435.44 1 

Preacher's  anxiety,         449 
Preacher,  fearless,    445,446 

u  Prayer  for,  1 17 

Power  of  God, 

"  of  the  gospel, 
235. 
Praise  of  God,       479-  : 

"  Christ,  of,  103,494—51i» 

"  of  the  Trinity,      34— ;;7 
Prayer  meeting,*     740 — 7»;7 

"  .Morning,  766 — 770 

"  Noon-day,         771—77" 

"  Attempting, 

"  Family,  716- 

ial,  740— 7  C7 

il  Power,  of,  71 

"  Private,  7     —  71 :, 

.!>lic. 

••   Fervent.  7<;7 

"  for  Country, 

"  for  mercy, 

"  for  a  revival, 
misaionari< 

u  for  relatr 


44:; 

127 
143,144 


for  rain, 
for  the  Spiril 
219,221,223. 

for  wisdom, 

and  watching,  703—708 

260—273   Preacher'  446 

I. 


1223 

-7  Priestho 


Early, 
2P 


«       I,        17 
644- 


| 


m 


806 


INDEX    OF   SUBJECTS. 


" 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


Presence  of  the  Spirit,  214, 

217,222. 
Probation,  258,1055 

Procrastination,217,239,254 
Prodigal,  306,358 

Profession  of  Christ,     532, 

540,542. 
Promised  land,  1189 

"  Seed,  83 

Promises,  87,309,674 

Prophecy,  82 

Prophet,  134,136 

Prince  of  peace,  109 

Privileges,  christian,  668 — 

677. 

Private  devotion,  709 — 715 
Providence,  47 — 60 

Punishment,        1171—1174 
Pride,  1223 

Public  worship,      462—478 
Purity,  686 

Pure  in  heart,  678,686 

Purposes,  33 

QUICKENING  grace,  215, 
218. 
Quickening  Spirit,  212,219 
Quench  not  the  Spirit,  216, 
220. 


RACE,  the  christian,  633 
-658. 
!  Rain,  prayer  for,  1227 

;  Ransom,  98,177,179 

:  Reading,  78 

;  Rebuke,  252,253 

182 
100 
101 
102 
105 


Reliance  on  God,      630,631 
Religion,  406—413 

"  Vain  without  love,    586 
Remember,  the  Creator,966 

"  Christ,  552 

Repentance,  299—306 

Reproach,  621 

Resignation,  53,60 

Resolution,  308 

Rest  for  God's  people,  1186, 

1196. 
Resurrection  of  Christ,  184 
—192. 


"  First, 

"  Second, 
Retirement, 
Revelation, 
Revival, 

"  Prayer  for, 

"  Rejoicing  in, 
Rewards, 


;  Reconciliation, 
[  Recovery,  human, 
!  Redeeming  love, 

"  Work, 
j  Redemption,  92 

Refuge,  610,863,1062 

J  Regeneration,  360 — 367 
?  Reign  of  Christ,  202—211 
<  Rejoice,  669 

J  Relenting,  261,27 

la 


1139—1141 
1151—1157 
709—715 
69,71 
832—839 
840—852 
853—862 
1174 


Rich  man  and  Lazarus, 1174 

Righteous,  by  faith,337,340 

"  in  Christ,  347,394 

Rivers  of  love,  1064 

Robes,  white,  1198 

Rock,  Christ,  123,614 

Road  to  heaven,335,636,655 

Room  in  Christ,  287 

"  in  the  church,     424,430 

"  at  the  gospel  feast,  277, 

297. 


SABBATH  DAY,450— 461  j 
"  Evening,  457  « 

"  Morning,  459  \ 

«  School,  937—963  j 

Sacraments,  (see  Ordinan- 

Safetvofthechurch,417.422  j 
"  of  the  christian,  391,614 
Saints,  683,6S6 

Salvation,  228,801 

Sanctification,        678 — 691  i 
Sanctuary,  462,469 

Satan,  99,100,111  J 


INDEX   OF   SUBJECTS. 


15?*! 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 

Saviour,  166,504  Spirit  of  light,  218 

Savor  of  life,  4:57  Spring,  season,  1040; 

Scriptures,  69 — 80  Stand  up  for  Jesus,         775 

Seas,  913,015  Star,  112,121,124,912 

Seamen,  911— 91!)  SU-al,  thou  shalt  not,    1226 

Seasons,  1039— 1045  Stop,  sinner, 

Secret  devotion,     709 — 715  Storm,  1222 

Security,  GIG  Submission,  53,596,631 1 

Seed  of  truth,  436 1  Success,  ininisterial,440,803  \ 

Seedtime,  900:Summer,  1044  J 

Seeking  God,  309,324 'Summer's  day,  971$ 

"  Pardon,  31S  Sun  of  righteousness, 39, 569  t 

Self-dedication,  345,401,864  Surety,  181 

"  Denial,  395.403,601  Steadfastness,  619  \ 

"  Examination,  874  Submission,  589,596^ 

Righteousness,  352  Sufferings  of  Christ,  149- 

153. 


Sepulchre,  183 

Sermon,  before,      511 — 518 
Serpent,  brazen,  84,85 

Shepherd,  127,690 

Sick-bed  devotion,     1057 — 

1066. 
Sickness  and  death,  1067 — 
1090. 

"  and  recovery, 
Sinai, 
Sincerity, 
Sinner's  friend, 

<•   Warned, 
Sin-sick, 
Sin.  original, 

'•'   Hereditarv, 
itful, 
Slavery, 

Sfoep  and  slumber 
Sloth, 
Soldier, 

>f  Moses, 
Simeon, 

M  of  praise, 
Sons  of  God, 
Sorrow  for  sin, 
Soul, 

Sower  and  tfa 
Spiritual,  di  I 

B31. 
Spirit,  Holy, 


Supplication, 


1061 

419 

465 

125,327 

251.254 

'297 

02 

64 

65 

B25 

659,663 

472 

482—485 

260—263 
121 

212 


in  Gethsemane,159 — 163 
on  the  cross,  164 — 175 
Christian, 


614- 
313- 


632 

317  J 


< 


'PABOR,  1214  i 

1  Table,  904— 907  \ 

"  the  Lord's,        666— 
Tabernacle, 
Teacher,  Christ  a, 

Christian,  441,442 

School,  933—936 

Tears,  none  in  heaven,  1192  \ 
Temple,  1022,  1024 

Temptation,  616  j 

Temperance  991—999 

Tempter, 

Tempted,  61V 

Tender  conscience.  579< 

II.  ait 

Thanksgiving-day,891—  895  5 
Thief  on  th  ,1219  < 

Throne  of  grace,      768,769  \ 
glory,  1,211  j 

"  ofjudgm 
Thirsty  invited,  296 j 

Thunder  Btorm, 
Tiding,  glad, 

.  importance  of,     l- 


'808 


INDEX    OF    SUBJECTS 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


Tiine,shortness  of,1051,1054 

in  God's  hands,     55,673 

Title  to  heaven,  668 

Titles  of  Christ,      116—133 

|  To-day,  208 

;  Tomb,  1124 

)  To-morrow,  254 

)  Tongue,  1211 

j  Transfiguration,  1214 

I  Travelers,  908—910 

;    "  to  Zion,  633,648 

)  Treasure,Bible  a,  70 

;  Trials,  618 

Trinity,  34—37 

Triumphs  of  Christ,         210 

i    "  of  the  convert,  381 

\    "  Over  death,  1088 

Troubles,  617 

True  repentance,  303 

Trumpets,  232 

Trust  in  God,  630 

Truth,  411 

!  Types,  81,84,85 

UXBELIEF,  63 

Unfruitful  tree,  831 

|  Union  with  Christ,  788 

J    "  Christian,  692—702 

!  Uprightness,  1207 

5  Universal  dominion  and 
]    ^   reign  of  Christ,  202 

]  Uncertainty  of  human 

friendship,  620 

Upward  and  onward,      987 

Y  ALLEY  of  dry  bones,852 
Value  of  the  Bible,     69, 
72,79. 
"  of  religion,  413 

"  of  time,  1070 

j  Vanity  of  man,  1079 

[  Vain  man,  300 

!  Victory  of  Christ,  210 

over  death,  1088 

j  Vision,  heavenly,  675 

>  Vineyard,  1015 

j  Voice  of  free  grace         839 


Vows, 
Voyage, 


345 
911—916 


TXTAITLYG  on  God,  463, 

Walking  with  God,        824 

'<  in  light,  605 

1  by  faith,  335 

Warfare,  christian,     659 — 

667. 
War,  time  of,  887 

"  Deploring  it,  888 

Warnings  to  sinners,249,254 

"  to  backsliders,  881 

Washing  feet,  546—549 

Washing  the  soul,  99,176 
Watching,  243,667 

"  and  pVayer,  703—708 
Watchmen,  Zion's,  438 

*'  Inquired  of,  1143 

Waters  of  life,  295,296 

Way, to  heaven,636,649^651 

"  to  Christ,  126,335 

u  of  wisdom,  979 

Weary,  281,282 

Weep  not  for  me,  1122 

Weeping  over  sinners,  148 
Welcome  to  Christ,         864 

"  to  one  joining  the  ch'ch, 
427,431. 
Well  with  the  righteous, 670 
White  robes,     '  1198 

Wicked,  end  of,  1220 

Will,  free,  242 

Winning  souls,  444 

Winter,  1043 

Wisdom  of  God,  21,25 

"  Ways  of,  979 

Widow,  importunate,  746 
Witness  of  the  Spirit,  375 
Witnesses,  heavenlv,  637 
Word  of  God,  78,79,80 

Works  of  God,  38,46 

World,  weaned  from,  382 
World,  conversion  of,     822 

"  Faithless,  1190,1197 


INDEX    OF    SIBJECTS. 


809 


Bj! 


FIGURES  REFER  TO  HYMNS. 


Worship,  public,    462—47$ 
"  Family,  710—739 

"  Private,  T^:1 — 715 

Worthies,  ancient,         1221 
Wrath  of  God,    1171—1174 
Wrestling  in  prayer,     328, 
754. 


YEAR.  !Tew,    1032—1034 
Year,  beginning  of,1032 
Year,  close  of,  1035 

of  Christ,  571 

}  Young  convert,  404 

;  Youth. hymns  for,  904— 9S2 
thof,  U13 

"  Exhorted,     96G,9G7,970, 

1,982. 
"  Instructed,  964.969 

"  Pietv  of,  973,978 


Youth,  prayer  for, 

ZEAL. 
Zion,  city  of, 
Zion.  defence  of, 
"  Foundation  of, 
«  Glory  of, 
"  God's  love  for, 
"   Prospects  of. 
••  Prosperity  of, 
*•  Refug 
■•  Safety  of, 

ivation  of, 
••  Strength  of, 
••  Song 
u   and  Sinai. 
••'  Travail  of, 
"  Travelers  to, 

639,640,653. 
"  Triumphs  of, 


980:; 

426  - 
418 

420,423 

424 


809 
422 
157 
419 
843—846 
017,033, 

208,209: 


2P 


INDEX  OF  SCRIPTURE  TEXTS. 


GENESIS. 

j  CHAP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

1:  1, 1,46 

1:  31, 45 

\%i  3 453,455 

2:  18.23,24, 922—925 

3:  15,19 64— 67 

6:  24,..; 824 

6:  4,15, 421 

17:  1, 20 

18:  23—33, 1001 

19:  17, 672 

522:    14, 59 

22:    2—12, 611 

?24:  31, 427,781 

i24:   56, 635 

28:  19, 1027,1029 

32:  24, 328 

32:  26, 754 

47:  9, 1067 

EXODUS. 
3:  14 1,4 

J6:  3, i 1,2,3,6,8,9 

15:  11, .....29 

17:  11, 745 

20:  13, 1224 

^20:  17, 1225 

20:  15, 1226 

25:  22, 309,551 

LEVITICUS. 

16:  8—10,21,22, 179 

<25:  9—54, 292 

NUMBERS. 

10:  29, 640,643,644,646, 

)  647,648,658. 

10:  37, 403 

21:  8,9, 84,85 

23:  10, 1115 


DEUTERONOMY. 

[AP.  VER. 

o, 

2, 

:  12,13,.. 
13,14, 


HYMNS.  \ 

31 

492 

.600 
.900 


:  17, 527,602,607 

:  17,18, 433,434 

:  6—8, 445,456 

:  49, 118L  ! 

:  25, 615  \ 

:  27, 7,8,616 

:  5, 1175  \ 

JOSHUA. 

14—17, 634  \ 

14,15, 87 

:   15, 

JUDGES. 

4, m\ 

35, 385] 

RUTH. 

1:  8, 525 

1:  16,17, 883 

1  SAMUEL. 

1:  27,28, 947 

3:  1—10, 72,75.79,80 

7:  12, 920,380 

12:  14,15, 928  ^ 

15:  29, 289 

2  SAMUEL. 

7:-  22, 1,2,3,424 

12:  23, 1124! 

20:  9, 77£ 

22;  2,3,32,47,. 123,614  \ 

22:  10—12, 47—49 

24:  14, 53,596,631 

24:.  24, 382,601 


11: 


!Q 


INDEX   OF    SCRIPTURE   TEXTS. 


1  KINGS. 

AP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

9 750 

13, 213 

27,  1025,1030,1031 

28,.. ™24 

G3 1026,1027,1020 

18:  24 284 

18:  44,. 695 

2  KINGS. 

4  :   20 1066 

5:  10—14 176 

;6:  14—17 492 

7:  3.4 308 

10:  16 593 

20:   1,. 1068,1072,1079 

1  CHROXICLES. 

Il6:  22, 615,620,621 

2  :  13, 53,631 

28:  9 928 

:  20 594 

_  :  15, 1068,1070,1074 

29:  20, 468 

2  CHRONICLES . 

1:  7—12, 746.750 

6:  13,14, 1022,1024 

10:  9 17,18,19 

29:  23.24, 178,179 

33:  10—13, 358,1060 

EZRA. 

8:  21,23 88* 

9:  13. 263,264 

XEIIEMIAII. 

1:  4 885,886 

I  :  8 23,24 

-  :  5,6 463,469,470 

9:  6 46-1.474 

16,17 :  \ 

13:  15—18, 4 

ESTHER. 

4:  16, 

9:  17,18, 891 

9:  22, 488,495 

s 


18,19 1131! 

6—8 630J 

1,6 657,1124 

16 1191 

17 42,99,100 

9 1053  ^ 

:   7 13,14 

:  1, 1079 

:  14 1102 

:  25,26.27 1156 

:  3,....:...: 714 

:  9, 20,48,57 

:8, 1.256 

:  2s, 406,413 

:  2 826 

:  12,13, 525,530 

:  14, 1169 

:  26, 13.14  i 

:  2, 826 

PSALMS. 

1—6, 602  j 

8, 804.-05 

11 516 

3,4,5—8, 734 

3,.. 727  ) 

3,4 39,41 

:  6, 69,73- 

:  1 63i 

:  69, 577.1157 

:  15, 1155  < 

:  1..' 2,3,5,39—45  5 

:   7 76 

:  58, 723 

:  I..! 153 

:  27,  28 202,204 


l.. m 

;7-10 195  J 

:  - 318 

:  3, 492^ 

:  9 506 

:    15 

:  1.2 347,350} 

:  12 893,894  J 

:    1 596 

:  4—27, 1077,1079 


PSALMS,  [continued.] 

CHAP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

41:  44, 304 

46:  1, 625,701 

47:  5, 193 

48:  1—8, 418,424 

48:  14, 625 

50:  1,2, 809 

50:  7, 1,4—6. 

51:  5, 62 

51:  1—4, 311 

51:  11, 316 

51:  14—17, 329 

55:  17, 773,728 

61:  2, 614 

63:  3, 397 

63:1,2, 373 

66:  16, 467,776 

68:  18, 485 

71:  15, 503 

72:  8, 817.202 

72:  7,8, 792 

72:  8—11, 404 

73:  2—6,17—20,..;:....  1220 

73:  25, 123 

73:  23, 391 

78:2—4, 927 

83:  18, 1,2.3 

84:  10, 414.557 

85:  6, 840 

86:  1, 447 

86:  5, 22,23,24 

88:3—5, 258 

90:  11, 30 

90:  9—12, 578 

92:  1—13, 454 

93:  1, 206 

95:  1—6, 474 

98:  9, 1136 

100:  1—4, 464 

100:  487 

102:  24, 10,11 

103:  1—7, 134,484,493 

107:  8, 678 

110:  95, 466 

111:  9, 101 

116:  7, 1086 

Hi 


PSALMS,  [continued.]! 

CHAP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

117:  1,2, 479 

118:  22,25,. ..1020,1021,1023 

118:  24—26, 452 

119:  105, 69,77,684 

121:  1, 1200 

122:  7, 462,476 

125:  2, 426 

126:  1—6, 353 

133:1, 692,696,697 

136:  1—4, 490 

137:  5,6, 414 

139:  7—10, 17,18 

146:  1,2, 483 

148: 479,480,482 

PROVERBS. 

2:  1—6, 409,947 

3:   17, 413,409 

4:  7, 407.410 

4:  18, .970 

8:    17, 973 

8:  34—36, 234 

11:  25, 528,531 

14:  32, 1104* 

15:  32, 216 

18:    24, 125 

19:  17, 530,531 

23:  26, 276 

23:  23, 411 

29:    25, 446 

ECCLESIASTES. 

5:4, 345 

9:  4,6—10, 1055 

11:  6, 440 

12:  1, 966,967 

CANTICLES. 

1  :  3, 119 

.383 

.799 

.324 

.652 

.6.90 

.196'; 

.147 


1,... 

4,'... 
5,... 
13,., 
16,. 

10,.( 


ISAIAH. 

|  CHAP.  VEIL  HYMNS. 

1:  IS 287 

425 

3:  10 S70 

B:  13. 

J9:  45, 

9:  3 807,898 

11:  5—9, 808 

|21:  11 1143 

1 228 

:  4 125 

:    ]—  G 417,801 

27:   15 

17  :  13 252 

32  :  2 33,120,390,422 

17 394 

<34:  4—6 886 

:  -—19 335 

135:  10...... 640 

40:28—31 641 

43:  1,  2,...' 566.594 

:   25 .117 

:  G 796 

%\  :  9 Ml 

51:   1 274 

i.  2 415 

:   5 96.149 

53:  10, .154 

:  1—4 ! 

57:  6,7,.. 847 

158:0 

58:3—8 

:  1—3, 620 

:    20 

23 450 

66:  2, 301 

JEREMIAH. 

2:  2 

2:  13, 313 

19 10n 

3:   26 

1:  16  <;i  . 

17:   9 

23:   6 

23:  23,  21 17,18 


JEREMIAH,  [cont'd.] 

CHAP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

29:13, 756  ? 

50:  4,  5, 434 

LAMENTATIONS.    \ 

1:  12, 173.175'. 

3:  22,  23, 720.725 

3:  27, 978 

3:  48,49, 148,846 

5:16,  23, 880,882 

EZEKIEL. 

2:  3—5 445,446 

3:  17—21, 449 

9:  8,9,  10 

11:  19,  20 363,365 

13:   10,  11,  12 445 

16:  6 62,93 

18:  20, 251 

22:  14, 252, 

33:  7, ; 438 

33  :  11 41 

34:   14—16 127 

34:  25— 27 :  • 

36:  57 704. 740 

37:  1—10 

43:  10—12 418,469 

47:  1—5 

DANIEL. 

2  :  41 12:, 

3:  25 | 

1  :  3,  54 202,211,426 

1  :  36 

6  :  10 619^1207 

7:  9,  10 1164,1166 

12:    3 1152,1153 

12  :   I 1012 

ROSEA. 

4:  17 216.217 



,876,878 

!0:    12 

il  :    1 


JOEL. 

CHAP.  VEIt.  HYMNS. 

2:  12,13, 884 

2:  17, 449,525 

2:  28—31, 214,849 

AMOS. 

4:  12, 326 

7:  2, 423,425 

8:  11, 255,794 

OBADIAH. 

Si:  3,4, 52 

jl:  17, 208,422 

JONAH. 

51:6, 825 

2  :  9, 385 

3:  5—10, 885,886,889 

MICAH. 
1:  1—4, 425 

6:  6—8, 179,329,465 

7:  7,  757 

7:  9,10, 619,620,626 

NAHUM. 

1:  3, 49,50 

1:7, 54,625 

1:  15, 435 

HABAKKUK. 

J2:  4, 332 

2:  14, 77,202 

3:  17, 58 

3:  2, 840,843,844 

ZEPHANIAH. 

1:  12, 748 

1:  14,15, 1160,1163 

3:  14,15, 415,495 

IIAGGAI. 

12:  6,7,.. 814 

J2:  4, 1012 

2:  9, 422,425,806 

ZECHARIAH. 

*%i  5, 1049 

'4:  6, 361,813 

'4:  7, 95 

|8:9, 204  | 

\ 

m 


ZECHARIAH,  [con.] 

CHAP.     BR.  HYMNS. 

8:  12, 254,288,294 

8:  20—23, 808.822 

9:   1", 1138 

12:  10, 222,223 

14-8, 295,422 

MALACHI. 

1:  11, 202,820 

3:  6, io,ll 

3:7 882 

3:  10, 526 

3:  16, 776,783 

4:  1, 1161,1170 

MATTHEW. 

1:   21, 83 

2  :  10, 121 

3:  13—17, 535,536,537 

5:  47, 531 

5:2—12, 591 

5:  5, 590 

6:7,8, 749 

5:  9—13, 762,766! 

7:  14, 636  | 

7:  12, 603.604! 

7:  13 651,656i 

10:  37, 1210  I 

11:  19, 327! 

11:  28—30, 274,281,282,1 

307,868 

12:  20, 137) 

13:  3—8, 519,520,521,523! 

13:  16,  17, 435 

13:  24—30, U67 

13:  40,  45, 129  ; 

13:  46, 410 

16:  24, 601| 

17:  2—10, 1214 

18:  3, 355; 

18:  20, 751,787; 

18:   28, 703: 

19:  17 22,23,24 

22:  42, 133; 

22:  37—40, 600; 

24:  13, 617  ; 

24:44, 300  > 


INDEX    OF   SCRIPTURE   TEXTS.       815 


ftfA'J  !  HEW,  [c« 

i  CHAP.   VKK. 

525 

26.  41 

145,159,163 

—30 564 

.  46 441.442 

{  28:  18— '20 667 

MARK. 

9,10, 542.. 

709 

22,23,  24 323,333 

2.')— 29 290 

50, 400 

37 400 

36, 406,407.1217 

38 306,570 

:  46—52, 315 

:  29,32 1,2,3 

:  32, 145 

:  22—25 558 

:  15—41, 160,179,171 

:  15 441.442 

:  19, 830,831 

LI   i 

10—14, 107,108 

14 ! 517 

16, 11l> 

25— 30 472 

is, : in 

66, 623 

971 

509,601 

:  41.42 412 

:  13 212 

1137 



38 



:    17—22 

:  18— 21 



:   10 

497 


1: 

1  : 
5: 
5: 

7: 
8: 
B.: 

|  10 

12 

u 

I  21 

2  : 
2: 

6  : 

B  : 

9: 
10 
11 

12 
12 
13 
U 
16 
15 
17 
18 
19 
19 


LI  KK.  [continued,  ] 

CHAP.     \  HYMNS. 

723 

23:  27—45.164,165,166,167 
23:  42, 

JOHN. 

1  :  12.13 

1:  17, 

1  :  19, 116 

1:  29, 178 

1:  36, 128,292,334 

2  :  1—11 

3:  1—7 360,361,362 

3:  14,15, 

3:  16,17, 90 

4:  6—14 295 

4:  24,...: 15,466 

5:  1—9. 326 

6  :   51, 

7:  37, 

8:  36, 681 

10:  9, 428,794 

11:  35, 148 

12:  32, 166 

13:4— 14,.. 5; 

14:  6 126 

-1 693,1 

19:  18, 1219 

19:  13—25, 156 

19  :  26 

21:  15, 

21  :  16 

21  :    17 17—19 

21:  20, 687 

ACTS. 

811 

2:  1.2.3, B49 

2:  17 512 



3  :  19 12,46 





275, 


i®^ 


816       INDEX    OF   SCRIPTURE   TEXTS. 


ACTS,  [continued.] 

CHAP.   VER.  HYMNS. 

17:  30,31, 299 

19:  11, 1233 

20:  32, 367 

|  20:  38, 793 

[24:   16, 579 

ROMANS. 

1:  16, 229,230 

1:  17, 346 

1:  19,20, 2,5 

1:  23—25 10,11 

;2:  4 23,24 

4:  20, 322 

U:  25 168,174 

5:  5 215 

15:12, 67 

5:  19, 64 

6:  3—5, 536 

6:  6 682 

6:  9,10, 188,191 

6:  21, 386 

7:  8,9,14,24 266 

7:   22, 73 

8:  7,8, 68,99 

8:  14, 375 

8:   15, 368,370 

8:  16,: 375 

J8:    18, 617,619 

8:  26,27, 708 

8:    28, 621,631 

j9:  33, 47,48,52 

10:  4 349,351,352 

10:  10,11 337,339 

10:  15, 435 

11  :  25,26, 811,818 

$11:  33, 48,49 

|12:  5 093,699,701 

13:  10, 696,998 

14:  12, 1159,1162 

15:  26,27 527,528 

16:  27,...'. 21 

1  CORINTHIANS. 

1:  23, 437 

2:   2, 393 

2:  9,10, 1203  | 


1  COR.  [continued.] 

CHAP.  VER.  HYMNS. 

3  :  9, 1232 

3:  22, 677 

5:  7, 179 

6:  10,.ll, 363 

7;  10, 213 

7:  29 1051 

10:    16,17, 551 

11:  24, 552.553 

12:  31, 1213 

13;  1—3, 586.587 

15:  54, 576,1130 

15:  33, 942 

16:  13, 659 

2  CORINTHIANS. 

1:  12, 585 

1:  18,20, 87 

1:  22, 221 

2:  15,16, 437 

3:  18, 373 

4:  5, 444 

4:  9, 66S 

4:  8,9,10, 621 

5:  1, 1098 

5:  5, 221 

5:  17, 618 

5:  18, 403 

6:  2 284 

6:  18, 20 

8:  9, 96.97 

9:  9,  10, 527,530 

10:  4, 230,235.437 

13:  11, 1231,1244 

13:  14, 1241 

GALATIANS. 

1:  4,5, 90,91,97 

2:  16, 348,351 

2:  20, 393—395 

3:  13, 150,156 

3;  27, 540,542 

3:  28, 693,791 

4:  6 368,372,373 

4;  15, 826,878 

4:  19, 449 

4;  26, 415,419  \ 

a 


INDEX   OF   SCRIPTURE   TEXTS.       81  . 


j   GALATIAXS,  [con.] 

CII.V!'.  HYMNS, 

5:  6, 340,341 

5:  li 600 

\6:  2,. 52-3 

W,15 389 

EPHESIANS. 


13,14,., 
5, 

1G 

15,. 


375 

95 

32 

387 

522 

416 

22. 65,66 

3, 694 

2 692,694 

5 1203 

11—13 662,663 

18, 703,704 

19, 447 

PHILLIPPIANS. 

:  21, 1076,1080 

:  5, I'M 

:  9—11 116,119,198 

:  12— 14 

:  7,8,9, 352 

:  8, 613 

:  21 1103 

:  1, 

:  4, 204 

AXS. 

:  11 100,105 

438 

:   2 IT. 

:   12 5 

:    11 L30 

147,448 

THESSALONIANS. 

2 

13 230 

1139,1168 

:  17 

:   17 7 

:  19, 2 

2Q 


2  THESSALONIANS. 

CH  M'-  \  BB.  Bl  KN8. 

1  :  7—10, 1161—1166 

2:  13,14 213,222 

3;  1 447 

3:  2, 333,341, 344 

1  TIMOTHY. 

1  :  12 389 

1  :  15 97,111 

2  :  1,2 .711 

2:  6,.. 171,291 

3:  16, 36 

4:  6,7,8, 1076 

4  :  16 438 

6;  1,2 

6:  6—8, 662,673 

2  TIMOTHY. 

1  :  9 365 

1  :  12, 389 

2  :  3 659,660.663 

2:  12,13, 617,630 

3:  16,...' B2,230 

4  ;  6—8, 1076,1102 

TITUS. 

2:  10—13, 585 

2:  14 178,179 

3:   5,6, 214.222 

3:  8, 344 

PHILEMON. 

1:  4,5, 339 

1:  7, 595 

HEBREWS. 

1;  1—3, 97,198 

1  :  8 203,104 

L2 10,11 

2:  6 

137,139 



:; :  12,13 65,66,608 

I  :  L3.  16 17,19 

4  :  16 758,759 



17 128, 


f  818 


INDEX    OF   SCRIPTURE   TEXTS. 


HEBREWS,  [cox.  j 

I  CHAP.  YER.  HYMNS* 

':11— 16, 86 

5:  1, 1,2 

S:3,4, 140,141 

>10:  28,29, 231 

11:   1—3, 331 

111:  6, 1—6 


11:  7,. 


.421 
..314 

..385 
..419 
..438 
,642 

..438 


12:  2 
12:  9,.. 

12:  18,. 
13  :  7,.. 
13:  14.. 
13:  17, 

.      JAMES. 

1:  5, 704,707,750 

1  6 333,710,745,746 

1:  12, 615 

2:  17, 340  408 

2:  18, 344 

2:  19, 582 

3:  9—10, 1211 

4:  7, 1089 

4:  14, 1068,1074 

5:  10 1221 

5:  16, 704,745 

5:  20, 608,612 

1  PETER. 

1:  3-5, 1103,1186 

1:  7, 332 

1:  8,9, 668 

1:  24, 1069 

2r  6, 1020 

2:  7, 10,32.118 

2:  24, 177.178 

4:  50, 1163 

4:  17,18, 1165 

5:  7, 59 

2  PETER. 

1:  4—10, 585,674 

1:  21 69.82 

3  10—12, ,1158,1162 


1  JOHN. 

CHAP.   YER.  HYMNS.   ! 

1:  1 779  ! 

1:  7, 605 

3  :  2, 1180  ! 

3:  1, 368,372.373  i 

3  :  14 '.348  S 

4:  8, 27.2S 

5:  7, 182  I 

2  JOHN. 

1:3,. 12411 

1:4. 411,605  J 

3  JOHN. 
1:3,4, 55 

1:8, 527,852 

JUDE. 

1:  24.25, 507 

1:  14,' 1162,1165 

REVELATION. 

1:  5,6, 494.495 

1:  7, 1162.1164 

2:  4,5, 827,828 

2:  10...... 1205 

2:  17, 233,376.394,403 

3:  20, 246 

4:  8, 29 

5:  11—13, 494 

5:  6,8.9—12, 501 

7:  9—17, 1198 

11:  15, 208,822,1135 

14:  2—5 499 

14:  13,./. 11,19 

15:  2,3, 499 

15:  4, 29 

18:  2,  1150,1203 

21;  27, 1203 

21:  10 1134 

22:  1,2 295,675,1064 

22:  12,. 647.1138,1158 

22:  16, 112,121.124  j 

22:  17 279.296J 

22:  20 211  I 


INDEX  OF  FIRST  LINES. 


RES  REFER  TO   THE  HYMNS. 


ABRAHAM,  when  severely  tried Unknown     Gil  J 
Accept  our  thanks  for  all  your  love Unknown    960  j 

|  According  to  thy  gracious  word Montgomery 

\  A  charge  to  keep  I  have ft  Wesley    598  j 

A  cry  upon  the  winds  is  borne Unknown     794 

>  Adam  in  Paradise  was  placed Cotton       61 

\  Affliction:?,  tbo'  they  seem  Bevere ' 

;  Again  from  calm  and  sweet  repose Unknown 

Ah!  whither  should  I  go ft  Wesley     262  j 

j  Ala-,  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed Watts     148 

[Alas,  by  nature  how  depraved S.  0.     100 

\  Alas,  how  changed  that  lovely  flower Unknown  11 16 

J  Alas,  what  hourly  dangers  rise J//-*.  5teefc     3 

All  creatures,  with  distinctive  cry tfnknown 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  name Duncan     196 

[All-powerful,  self-existent  God Unknown      10 

1  All  ye  that  pass  by,  to  Jesus  draw  nigh...  Unknown     1N1 

All  you  that  have  confessed Unknown 

|  Almighty  Father,  bless  thy  word Unknown 

(Almighty  God,  in  humble  prayer Montgomery    750 

Almighty  God,  thy  piercing  eye Watts      19 

Almighty  God,  thy  word  is  cast Unk 

Almighty  sovereign  of  the  Bides Watts 

Alternate  joy  and  sadness Unknown 

Amazing  grace,  how  sweet  the  sound Newton 

J  Am  I  a  soldier  ot*  the  Croat Watts     659 

j  Amidst  the  cheerful  bloom  of  youth Unknown 

\  Among  the  mountain-trees Edmon 

ilien  from  God,  and  a  stranger  to / ".' 

.  am  I  born  to  die ft  Wesley  1104 

J  And  are  we  yet  alive ft  Wesley     777  j 

!  And  can  I  yet  delay ft  b 

|  And  did  the  holy  and  thejnat Mrs,   v 

let  our  bodies  pai  t ft  H 

;  r  this  feeble  body  fail ft  Wi 

muat  1  be  to  judgment  brought ft  Wi 

|  And  iim.4  1  part  with  all  I  have...  613 

And  must  this  body  d  H  attt  1 103 

j  And  now  the  BCalet  have  left  mine  •  •;,«.- R 


820  INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES 

HYMN. 

J  And  shall  I  still  the  spirit  grieve? Unknown    216 

j  And  will  the  great  eternal  God Doddridge  1022 

;  And  will  the  judge  descend Doddridge  1163 

;  Another  six  days' work  is  done Stennett    453 

|  Arise,  my  soul,  and  praise  the  Lord Unknown    726 

J  Arise,  my  soul,  arise C.  Wesley     200 

\  Arise,  0  King  of  grace,  arise, Watts    845 

[  Arm  of  the  Lord,  awake,  awake Shrubsole    814 

Around  the  throne  of  God  in  heaven Unknown  1185 

|  Art  thou  in  health,  my  brother Unknown    778 

|  Ascend  thy  throne  almighty  King Beddome    822 

j  As  flows  the  rapid  river S.  F.  Smith  1074 

j  As  Jacob  did  in  days  of  old Unknown     754 

\  As  on  the  cross,  the  Saviour  hung Watts     354 

I  A  sower  went  to  sow  his  seed Unknown    436 

I  Assembled  in  our  school  once  more Unknown    933 

Assist  my  soul,  my  heavenly  King Unknown     364 

As  various  as  the  moon Unknown      57 

I  As  when  the  weary  traveler  gains Newton    648 

\  At  every  motion  of  our  breath Montgomery  1070 

I  At  Jacob's  well  a  stranger  sought Unknown    295 

I  At  length  the  wished-for  spring  has  come...  Newt  on  1042 

!  A  throne  of  grace!  then  let  us  go Cohbin     760 

I  Awake,  and  sing  the  song Hammond    499 

J  Awak'd  by  Sinai's  awful  sound Occum     366 

•  Awake,  Jerusalem,  awake! C.Wesley     415 

J  Awake,  my  soul,  in  joyful  lays Medley     397 

5  Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve. ..Doddridge     654 

I  Awake,  my  tongue,  thy  tribute  bring Needham      21 

1  Awake,  our  souls,  away,  our  fears Watts    641 

>  Awake,  sweet  gratitude,  and  sing Unknown     201 

Awake,  ye  saints,  awake Cotterill    461 


BACKSLIDERS,  who  your  misery  feel....  Watts  881 

Backward, with  humble  shame,we  look  Unknown  67  \ 

JBarren  still  the  tree  is  found Unknown  831  j 

I  Be  firm,  be  bold,  be  strong,  be  true Unknown  1207  > 

>  Before  thy  mercy-seat,  0  Lord Bathwrst  968  j 

>  Before  Jehovah's* awful  throne Watts  464 

j  Begone,  my  worldly  cares,  away Unknown  739) 

[Behold!  behold  the  Lamb  of  God Hoskins  128: 

;  Behold  !  behold  the  Lamb  of  God Unknoicn  170 

!  Behold  our  blessed  Lord Weishampel  548 

[Behold  that  great  and  awful  day Unknoicn  1170  > 

j  Behold  th'  amazing  gift  of  love Unknown  373 

Behold  I  the  blind  their  sight  receive Watts  146 


INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES. 


IIIVMN. 

lehold  the  gift  of  God ffoekins    104 

lehold  the  glories  of  the  Lamb Watts    501 

lehold  the  grant,  the  King  of  kings Unknown  <>77 

lehold!  the  heathen  waits  to  know Yoke  7DT 

lehold  the  lofty  skj Watts      44 

lehold  the  mountain  of  the  Lord Logan  425 

lehold  the  promised  time  draw  near Vol 

lehold  the  Saviour  at  thy   door Oregg  246 

lehold  the  Saviour  of  mankind ft   Wesley  171 

lehold  the  sin-atoning  Lamb FatoceU  17s 

lehold  the  sure  Foundation  Stone Watts  1020 

lehold  the  throne  of  grace Newton  758 

lehold  the  woman's  promised  seed Watts  83 

lehold  thy  temple,  God  of  grace, Palmer  1030 

lehold  what  wondrous  grace WoMa 

le  kind  to  thy  father,  for  when  thou Unknown  954 

Moved  Saviour,  faithful    Friend Unknown  7*17 

Jeneath  our  feet  and  o'er  our  head Heber  1128 

_.>e  present  at  our  table,  Lord Unknown  904 

Beside  the  gospel  pool Newton  320 

i Beyond  where  Kedron's  waters  flow... 5,  F.  Smith  15!) 

|  Beyond  the  flight  of  time Montgomery  117!) 

:  Bleeding  hearts,  defiled  by  sin Hastings  267 

■  1  are  the  Bons  of  God Humphreys  372 

Blest  be  the  dear  united  love Unknown  1244 

d   Bible — precious   word Unknown  7i> 

Bless'd  is  the  man.  forever  bleat'd Watte  347 

|  Blessings  to  God,  forever  blest Unknown  !)U5 

Blest  are  the  humble  BOuls  that   see Watte  5!)1 

Blest  are  the  pure  in  heart \faeon  686 

Watte  <;:»7 

be  the  tie  that  binds Faweett  696 

Blest  morning,  whose  young  dawning  rays..  Watte  186 

With   the  joys  of  innocence '.....  Watts  68 

Blest  work  the  youthful  mind  to  win Unknown  M9 

[Blow  ye  the  trumpet!  blow Toflady  162 

\  Bold  in  speech,  and  bold  in  action Unknown  446 

Break  every  yoke,  the  gospel  cries Unknown  :»^;; 

Brethren  and  sisters,  we  mast  part Unkno 

Brethren,  while  we  sojourn  here Swn 

Bright  and  joyful  was  the  morn / nknown  110 

•  as  the  Mm'-  meridian  blaze Unknown  821 

Broad  ts  the  mad  that  leads  to  death Waits  666 

Buried  beneath  the  yielding  wave Beddo 

Burst,  ye  emerald  gates,  and  bring Unknown  505 

Mb  I  view  mj   Bai  low  dying      ,.l 

2Q* 


82*2  INDEX    OP  FIRST   LTNES. 


HYMN. 

CAMP  meetings  with  thy  presence Unhwicn  901 

Children  of  the  heavenly  King Cennick  633 

Children  of  Zion  !  what  harp  notes Unknown  432 

Christians,  if  your  hearts  be  warm Leland  539 

Christ  and  his  cross  is  all  our  theme Watts  437 

Christ,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow Unknown  701 

Christian  soldiers,  wake  to  glory! Unknotcn  665 

Christ's  faithful  word,  his  solemn  pledge Watts  355 

Christ,  the  Lord  is  ris'n  to-day C.  Wesley  184 

Come  all  who  would  to  glory  go Unknown  280 

Come  all  ye  happy  race Unknown  785 

Come  all  ye  tender-hearted  christians....  Unknown  158 

C  >me,  christian  brethren,  ere  we  part.//.  K.  White  1247 

Come,  dearest  Lord,  descend  and  dwell Watts  522 

Come,  dearest  Lord,  and  bless  this  day Mason  451 

Come,  everv  pious  heart Stennet  504 

Come,  Father,  Son  and  Holy  Ghost C.  Wesley  325 

Come,  gracious  Spirit>  heavenly  Dove Browne  213 

Come,  Qfuilty  sinner,  is  whose  breast Jones  308 

Come,  happy  souls,  approach  your  God Watts  90 

Come  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls Watts  282 

Come,  Holy  Ghost,  inspire  our  songs Unknown  103 

Come,  Holy  Ghost,  our  hearts  inspire C.  Wesley  219 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove Watts  212 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come Hart  215 

Come  in,  ye  blessed  of  the  Lord Kelly  428 

Come,  join  our  celebration Unknown  951 

Come,  let  our  souls  adore  the  Lord Unknown  889 

Come,  let  our  voices  join Unknown  937 

Come,  let  our  voices  raise Unknown  226 

Come,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue C.  Wesley  1034 

Come,  let  us  join  our  songs  of  praise Unknown  138 

Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs Watts  494 

Come,  let  us  join  our  friends  above C.  Wesley  416 

Come,  let  us  now  forget  our  mirth Unknown  1078 

Come,  let  us  pray,  'tis  sweet  to  feel Unknown  747 

Come,  let  us  search  our  ways  and  see Watts  597 

Come,  let  us  strike  our  harps  afresh Reed  1009 

Come,  let  us  use  the  grace  divine C.  Wesley  434 

Come,  Lord,  and  bless  the  rising  race Cowper  975 

Come,  my  friend,  and  let  us  try Unknown  872 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare Newton  755 

Come,  on  my  partners  in  distress C.  Wesley  617 

Come,  O  thou  all  victorious  Lord Nicholson  518 

Come,  O  thou  King  of  all  thy  saints... Mrs.  Steele  744 

Come,  O  !  thou  traveler  unknown C.  Wesley  328 


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INDEX    OF   FIRST   EtNBS.  823 

1 1  v  M  \ . 

<  Come,  saints  and  sinners,  hear  me  tell Unknown  788 

Oome,  sinners,  come  to  Ood fii/moim  286 

Come,  sinners,  to  the  gospel  feast 0.  Wetlev  277 

Come,  sinners,  you.  whose  harden'd t'nknnirn  '2!*:! 

Come,  sound  his  praise  abroad Wmt%  -t *;»; 

Come,  tempted  bouI,  to  Christ  draw  near.  Unknown  01  ."> 

Come,  thou  almighty  King Unknown  'M 

Come,  thou  Fount  of  every  blessing Robinson  380 

Come,  thou  soul-transforming  Spirit Ji 

('nine  to  Jesus,  just  now I  rnknown  286 

Come,  weary  souls  with  sin  distressed tfrs  Steel  281 

Come,  ye  converts,  come  and  welcome...  Unknown  4:il 

.  ye  disconsolate  where'er  ye  languish. Moore  278 

j  Come,  ye  sinners  poor  and  needy // 

Com.'  ye  that  fear  the  Lord Unknown  7S<) 

Come,  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord  <!.  Burdor  '11 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Lord WatU  4G7 

Oome,  ye  that  love  the  Saviour's  name..  Mrs,  St 

.  ye  weary  souls  oppressed Unknown  866 

Compared  with  Christ  in  all  beside T<>j>hn};j  I'M) 

Convinced  of  sin,  men  now  begin Unonown  867 

;  Cut  me  not  off,  almighty  Lord C.  Wesley  1059 

DANIEL'S  wisdom  may!  know H.Livermore  V21> 

Dare  to  think,  though  bigots  frown...  Unknown  603 

Dark  waa  the  night  and  cold  tin-  ground... Hawot  Dai 

Day  of  Judgment,  day  of  wonders Vewton  1158 

Dear  brethren,  come,  draw  near  to  God.,  I  nknown  477 

Dearest  of  all  the  names  above WatU  t&l 

Dear  Father,  to  thy  mercy-seal u*r#.  Steele  610 

Dear  friends  in  Christ,  and  well-beloved  Unknown  ISO 

Dear  people  all.  attention  give •/.    W,  898 

Dear  refuge  of  my  weary  soul Mr;  Steele  025 

Deal-  SaVlOUr,  let  my  evening  BOHg WatU  788 

Dear  Saviour,  we  rejoice  to   hear /'/</.•;<•■ 

Death   cannot  make  oar  Bonis  afraid Wi 

,  Death  has  been  here,  and   borne  a  \\\y ...  I '  ni.ix. 

Dentil  may  dissolve  my  body  now..." n  • 

Death!  'tis  a    melancholy  day WatU  1106 

Delay  not.  delay  nor.  O  .-inm  r.  draw  mar.  Hasting*  239 

it  not.  there  is  a  God C,N,P 

Destruction's  dangerous  road V<  wte 

Destructive  em  ord  !  how  oft  hast  thou....  ( 

Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep? Beddome  [48 

Didst  thou,  dear  Jesus,  suffer  shame Klrkham 

Diseases  are  th;                .  Lord WatU  1058 


'  824  INDEX   OF   FIRST   LINES. 

HYMN.  j 

]  Dismiss  us  with  thy  blessing.  Lord Hart  1249  \ 

Do  I  not  love  thee,  0  my  Lord  ? Doddridge    439  j 

Down  from  the  willow  bough Unknown    157 

J  Dread  Jehovah!  God  of  nations  ! Unknown    886 

Drooping  souls,  no  longer  grieve Unknown     201  > 

T7ARLY,  my  God,  without  delay Watts     770 

i  Hi  Earth  has  engrossed  my  love  too  long....  Watts  1200  > 

|  Earth  to  earth,  and  dust  to  dust Unknown  1126  \ 

Enthroned  on  high,  almighty  Lord Humphreys     218  < 

Equip  me  for  the  war C.  Wesley     664  j 

j  Eternal  Father,  thou  hast  made Unknown     989  j 

;  Eternal  God!  almighty  Cause Browne        6 

!  Eternal  God,  enthroned  on  high Unknown  1046 

|  Eternal  King  !  the  greatest,  best Unknown      30 

>  Eternal  Source,  of  every  joy Doddridge     894 

JEternal  Spirit,  God  of  truth Unknown    224 

Eternal  Sun  of  righteousness C.  Wesley     763 

Eternity  is  just  at  hand Mrs.  Steele  1096 


FAITH  adds  new  charms  to  earthly  bliss. ...  Turner     330 
Faith,  hope  and  charity,  these  three...  Montgom'y     592 

Faith  is  the  brightest  evidence Watts     331 

Faith  is  the  christian's  prop Unknown     339 

Faith  is  the  Spirit's  sweet  control Unknown     341 

I  Farewell,  dear  friends,  adieu,  adieu! Unknown  1234 

|  Farewell,  dear  friends,  I  must  be  gone....  Unknown  1242 

|  Farewell! — serve  God,  dear  brother Unknown  1230 

|  Far  from  my  thoughts,  vain  world,  be  gone....  Watts     557  j 
Far  from  these  narrow  scenes  of  night.... Mrs.  Steele  1189  \ 

i  Far  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day Watts  1172  \ 

!  Father,  behold  with  gracious  eyes O.  Wesley     753 

j  Father,  how  wide  thy  glory  shines  ! Watts      41  jj 

(Father,  I  dare  believe C.  Wesley     342  ^ 

)  Father,  is  not  thy  promise  pledged Gibbons    804  j 

Father,  I  stretch  my  hands  to  thee O.  Wesley    314  \ 

Father,  'tis  ours,  in  wisdom's  ways Unknown    934  j 

Father  of  faithful  Abraham,  hear ft  Wedcy    818 

J  Father  of  mercies!  bow  thine  ear Beddome    447  \ 

Father  of  mercies  !  condescend Morrel    795  > 

\  Father  of  mercies  !  in  thy  word Mrs.  Steele      73 

\  Father  of  mercies  !  send  thy  grace Doddridge    525  I 

Father  of  spirits!  Nature's  God! Unknown     18  \ 

Father,  whate'er  of  earthly  bliss Mrs.  Steele     761  > 

Fools  in  their  hearts  believe  and  say Unknoion     63  . 


INDEX   OP    FIRS!    LINES.  825 

-      

HYMN- 

Forever  with  the  Ford Montgomery  650 

Fountain  of  life,  to  all  below CJVetley  313 

Fountain  of  merer,  God  of  love Needhatn  900 

iien.  awake  the  boss Efiu  Strong  1006 

;  i  ent  the  day  of  God  returns />', 

Friend  after  friend  departs ifontgomerg  1100 

Friends  of  temperance,  swell  the  song....  Unknown 

m  all  the  world  and  care  Bet  free Unknown  71" 

i  From  all  who  dwell  below  the  skies Watts  47!) 

From  busy  toil  and  hear?  care Unknown  77! 

From  every  stormy  wind  that  blows StoweU 

m  Greenland's  icy  mountains EFeber  789 

From  thee,  my  God.  my  joys  shall  rise Wattt 

From  whence  those  direful  omens  round..  Unknown  169  > 

| 

r*  IVE  to  our  God,  immortal  praise Watts 

VJ  Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken Newton  422 

Glory  to  God  on  high! Hart  498 

Glory  to  (Sod,  the  Father's  name Watts  \\\ 

Glory  to  God!  who  reigns  above Keedham  98 

Glory  to  thee,  my  God,  this  night Keen  728 

Glory  to  thee,  thou  righteous  God! <\  Wesley  K'G1) 

y  to  the  Father  give Montgomery 

God  and  his  law,  are  my  delight Unknown  628 

iour's  grace  proclaim Worrell  l!,ls 

God  has  said,  forever  blessed ('nkum-,,  970 

el  of  his  Son 227 

I        La  a  name  my  soul  adorefl Watt*  16 

God  Lfl  a  Spirit,  just  and   wise Watts  4U"> 

God  is  love  :  his  mercy  brightens Bowring 

God  moves  in  a  mysterious  way C 

.  my  supporter  and  my  hope Waits 

of  every  land  and  nation Unknown  L002 

God  of  my  childhood,  and  my  yovtb Watts  L048 

God  o\  my  lit'-',  my  morning  song kfr».  X'  i  -  720 

God                  .  to  thee  thy  roic  • C.  We  ey  921 

God  of  the  morning,  at ii  ■  ■■  -  723 

Of  truth,  and  God  of  love Unkn  twn  783 

.•.ills  that  1  ihqnld  holy  be, I 

th  to  different  lands.. I  1014 

.  tbor  on  !  spend  and  be  spent 1012 

i  in \  gospel,  saitli  the  Lord Wssttt 

i  m  in  life's  fair  morning <  nk 

1 1 .') 

Go  watch  and  pray,  tho  ■  can's!  not  tell //" 

die  morning  shinetk /.'.  a.  711 


826            INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES. 
| 

\  HYMN. 

Grace  shall  our  souls  inspire Unknown    531 

;  Grace  !  'tis  a  charming  sound Doddridge      95 

I  Gracious  Lord,  incline  thine  ear Hammond    324 

i  Gracious  redeemer,  how  divine! Unknown     604 

I  Gracious  Spirit,  love  divine J.Strocker     221  j 

»  Great  God,  as  seasons  disappear Unknown    897  ; 

;  Great  God,  attend,  while  Zion  sings Watts    470 

\  Great  God!  how  infinite  art  thou! Watts      12 

!  Great  God,  in  vain  man's  narrow  view Kippis      13 

!  Great  God,  I  own  thy  sentence  just Watts  1150 

j  Great  God,  my  slumbering  dust  shall  hear  Unknown  1140 

j  Great  God  of  nations!  now  to  thee Unknown  1008 

\  Great  God  !  the  nations  of  the  earth Gibbons     805 

i  Great  God,  to  thee  my  evening  song... Mrs.  Steele  731 
Great  God,  we  sing  that  mighty  hand.  ...Doddridge  1032  j 
Great  God,  we  would  to  thee  make  know....  Watts  929 
Great  God,  where'er  we  pitch  our  tent...  Unknown  910 
I  Great  God,  with  heart  and  tongue Unknown  980 
Great  Lord  of  all  thy  churches  hear.... Kingsbury  847 
Great  is  the  Lord  our  God Watts  424 
Great  King  of  glory  come Francis  1024 
Great  was  the  day,  the  joy  was  great Watts     214 

I  Guide  me,  O,  thou  great  Jehovah! T.Oliver     634 

c 

\  XJAD  I  the  gift  of  tongues Stennett     587 

j  XI  Had  I  the  tongue  o?  Greeks  and  Jews...  Watts     586 

Hail !  mighty  and  victorious  Lord Unknown     105  ' 

\  Hail !  mighty  Jesus,  how  divine Wallia     235 

!  Hail !  my  ever  blessed  Jesus! Win  grove     356 

|  Hail  !  my  partners  in  distress Varden     645 

|  Hail  !  sovereign  love,  that  first  began Brewer     390  j 

Hail  !  sweetest,  dearest  tie  that  binds Lutton  1202  i 

j  Hail  !  the  blest  morn,  when  the  great Hebcr     112 

!  Hail  !  the  day  so  long  expected Unknown  1150  ) 

|  Hail !  the  day  that  brought  our  freedom.  Unknown  1005  ; 

j  Hail !  the  day  that  sees  him  rise C.   Wesley     194 

Hail!  thou  once  despised  Jesus Bakewel.l     509  j 

\  Hail !  to  the  brightness  of  Zion'sglad Hastings  1145  \ 

\  Hail!  to  the  Lord's  Anointed Montgomery  1138  ' 

)  Happy  the  child  whose  early  years Watts     947  j 

\ Happy  the  heart  where  graces  reign Watts     582  ? 

]  Happy  the  man  that  finds  the  grace C.  Wesley    413  j 

/Happy  the  meek,  whose  gentle  breast Scott,     590 

\  Hark  !  don't  you  hear  the  turtle  dove  ?..  Unknown  1144 
Hark  !  from  the  cross  a  gracious  voice...  Unknown     151  \ 
Hark!  from  the  tombs  a  doleful  sound Watts  112 1 


'  Hark!  my  soul,  it  is  the  Lord Cowper     384 

;  Hark!  ton  thousand  harps  and  voices Kelly     213 

Hark  !  the  glad  sound,  the  Saviour  co. Doddridge     111 

Hark  !  the  herald  angels  ring C.  Wesley     10G 

Hark  !  the  song  of  jubilee Woityomery     268 

Hark!  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy Francis     166 

Hark!  what  triumphant  strains  are Unknown     'JOT) 

Haste,  my  dull  soul,  arise Unknown  1188 

Hasten  Lord,  the  glorious  time Lyte    800 

Haste,  0  sinner,  to  be  wise Scott     254 

Heal  us,  Immanuel,  here  we  stand Cowper     323  \ 

Hearken,  christian,  hear  the  groaning...  Unknown    988 

Hearts  of  stone,  relent,  relent C.  Wesley    154 

Hear  what  the  voice  from  heaven  proclaims.  Waits  1110  ; 
Heaven  is  the  land  where  troubles  cease.  Unknown  1177  ; 
He  comes!  becomes!  the  Judge  severe.  C.    Wesley  1135  j 

:  He  dies! — the  Friend  of  sinners  dies! Watts     168 

;  Hell ! — 'tis  a  word  of  dreadful  sound Browne  1171  j 

Help,  Lord,  an  humble  instrument Unknown     448 

,  Help  us,  0  Lord,  thy  yoke  to  wear Uiilcnoicn     530  » 

<  Here,  at  thy  table,  Lord,  we  meet Toplady     555  \ 

j  Here,  in  the  presence  of  our  God Unknown     8G7  ; 

)  Here  stands  another  bethel ./.  W.  1026  j 

Here  we  close  our  school-day  labors Bumbauyh     936 

-Higher,  higher,  higher  raise Unknown     699 

High  on  a  throne  of  light,  O  Lord Unknown     527 

High  rolls  the  temperance  wave WieeUing     000 

■  Hither,  ye  faithful,  haste,  in  songs  of Grant    113 

Holy  and  reverend  is  thy  name Needham       20 

Holy  Bible!  book  divine! Unknown       70 

Hosanna,  Lord,  thine  angels  cry Unknown     -!7."> 

Hosanna  to  the  royal  Son  ! Watts    497 

that  thirst!  a  living  Fount Unknown     296  5 

who  start  a  noble  scheme Unknown  1209  - 

How  are  thy  servants  bless'd,  O  Lord iddis 

How  beauteous  are  their  feet Watts    435 

How  beautiful  the  morning  ! Ifaeon  1044 

How  blest  is  he  who  fears  the  Lord Watts    607 

How  blest  is  he  who  ne'er  o  intents Unknown    602 

t  the  righteous,  are Unknown  1115 

How  blest  the  righteous  when  he  dies... Barbauld  linl 

How  can  a  sinner  know C.  Wesley     :'»is 

How  can  I  sink  with  such  a  prop  ? Watts    529 

How  can  I  vent  my  grief? Unknown 

How  can  we  see  the  children,  Lord Unknot 

How  charming  is  the  place Stenneti    47:) 

How  condescending  and  how  kind WaiU 


INDEX   OF    FIRST    LINES. 


HYMN. 

!  How  did  my  heart  rejoice  to  hear Watts    462 

!  How  finii  a  foundation,  ye  saints  of  the.. .Kennedy     674 

»  How  happy  every  child  of  grace C.  Wesley     394 

\  How  happy  is  the  christian's  state Unknown     566 

How  helpless  guilty  nature  lies Mrs,  Steele    361 

\  How  honored  is  the  place Watts    417 

\  How  long  has  God  bestowed  his  care Newton     890 

I  How  long  shall  death,  the  tyrant,  reign?....  Watts  1151 
j  How  long  the  time  since  Christ  began....  Unknown     305  '< 

\  How  lost  was  my  condition Newton     388  J 

'(  How  much  the  hearts  of  those  revive Hoskins    853  $ 

How  oft,  alas,  this  wretched  heart Mrs.  Steele    882  < 

\  How  perfect  is  thy  word Watts       76$ 

\  How  pleasant,  how  divinely  fair Watts    469  j 

<  How  precious  is  the  book  divine Fawcett      69  J 

s  How  precious  is  the  name! Unknown     571 

I  How  proud  Ave  are,  how  fond  to  show....  Unknown  1223 

\  How  sad  our  state  by  nature  is  ! Watts      99  j 

I  How  shall  the  young  secure  their  hearts  ?...  Watts    965  ) 

\  How  short  and  hasty  is  our  life  ! Watts  1068  > 

\  How  short  the  race  our  friend  has  run  !..  Unknown  1120  < 

How  still  and  peaceful  is  the  grave  ! Watts  1123 

How  sweet  and  awful  is  the  place, Watts    561 1 

I  How  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight Swain    692  i 

How  sweetly  flowed  the  gospel  sound Bowring    136  \ 

How  sweet  the  melting  lay Unknown     768  \ 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds Newton    119  $ 

}  How  sweet  to  be  allowed  to  pray Follen    589  < 

'  How  sweet,  to  leave  the  world  awhile Kelly     771  \ 

How  swift  the  torrent  rolls Doddridge  1049  I 

How  tedious  and  tasteless  the  hours Newton    823  J 

How  vain  are  all  things  here  below Watts  1210  \ 

Humble  and  teachable  and  mild C.  Wesley    671  \ 


I  AM  but  a  young  convert Unknown  538 

I  ask  the  gift  of  righteousness C.  Wesley  338 

\  I  bless  my  Maker's  name Unknown  1093 

>  If  Jesus  Christ  was  sent Unknown  303 

» If  thou  impart  thyself  to  me C.  Wesley  681 

If 'tis  sweet  to  mingle  where Unknown  765 

\  I  have  sought 'round  this  verdant  earth. ..  Unknown  402 

1 1  hear  a  voice  that  comes  from  far Kelly  833 

;  I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives Medley  374 

!  I'll  go  attempting  prayer Unknown  312 

>  I'll  praise  my  Maker  with  my  breath Watts  483 

I  I  love  to  steal  awhile  awav Mrs.  Browne  710 


INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINKS.  829 

IIVMW  J 

I  lon£  to  see  the  season  come Unknown  s:i.">  j 

I  lore  the  sabbath  school — the  place I'uhnoi'-n  956  j 

I  love  the  sons  of  grace I'nknoini  698  j 

I  love  thy  kingdom,  Lord Dwigfrt  41 4  5 

1  I'm  a  pilgrim,  ami  I'm  a  stranger Unknown  644  j 

;  I'm  but  a  Strang  r  here i'nknoiru  1  ITS 

!  I'm  glad  that  I  was  born  to  die Unknown  381 

•  Immortal  joys  await  the  blest Unknown  1194 

;  I'm  not  ashamed  to  own  my  Lord Watte  389  i 

;l  my  Ebenezer  raise Faweett  920  ^ 

I  In  all  my  Lord's  appointed  ways Ryland 

j  In  Christ  I've  all  my  soul's  desire Unknown  140? 

!  Indulgent  Bov'reign  of  the  skies Doddridge  816  ^ 

Indulgent  God  of  love  and  power ./.  IT.  1017  > 

Indulgent  (rod,  to  thee  we  pray Unknown  812} 

In  evil  lon^  1  took  delight Newton  392? 

name  once  more  we  meet //.  C.  >. 

name,  we  come  to  thee Unknown  732 

di  of  grief  to  my  God  I'll  repair..  Unknown  614 

Inspire  our  bouIs,  thou  heav'nly  Dove....  Unknown  197  ^ 

Intemperance,  like  a  raging  flood Unknown  992  ] 

In  thy  great  name.  0  Lord,  we  come Hoiking  512 

In  thy  name.  O  Lord,  assembling Kelly  516  < 

In  vain  had  (rod.  the  Father  sent Unknown  'I'll 

In  vain  men  talk  of  living  faith Unknown  :U4 

In  what  confusion  earth  appears Doddridge  1174 

I  send  the  joys  of  earth  away WatU 

I  sing  th1  almighty  power  of  God Watts  45 

in  ancient  days Unknown  s: 

Is  there  t  God  ?  yon  rising  sun Unknown  I 

Is  this  a  fast  for  me? Drnmmond  884 

I  think. whmi  I  read  that  sweet  story  of  oldJtre.Luke 

It  is  the  Lord,  enthroned  in  light T.Qreen 

It  shall  lie  well,  let  Binners  know Hoekine  1 

I've  found  the  pearl  of  greatest  price Unknown  129 

I  wait  d  patient  for  the  Lord Wi 

I  want  to  be  an  angel Unknown  1215 

I  would  not  live  alway Muhlenberg  L19J 

JEHOVAH'S  image  bi :. 
I  of  might 1 

Jehovah  speaks,  Let  Israel  hear Watt*    1 17 

Jerusalem,  my  glorious  home 

:.  my  happy  l>.  l>><  '• 

is,  and  shall  ir  -v. t  be.. 

thy  command j 

2R 


830  INDEX    OF    FIRST   LINES. 

HYMN. 

| Jesus,  dear  name,  how  sweet  it  sounds Medley  292  \ 

|  Jesus,  friend  of  sinners  hear G.  Wesley  879  < 

JJesus  grant  us  all  a  blessing Askirs  1240  \ 

jJesus,  great  healer  of  mankind G.  W.  1073 

j  Jesus,  great  shepherd  of  thy  sheep G.  Wesley  694  \[ 

| Jesus,  hail!  enthron'd  in  glory Bakewell  199 

)  Jesus  hath  died  that  I  might  lire G.  Wesley  688 

|  Jesus,  I  love  thy  charming  name Doddridge  118 

!  Jesus,  immortal  King,  arise Burder  803 

jJesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken ■. Grant  395  j 

JJesus  invites  his  saints Watte  551 

)  Jesus,  lover  of  my  soul C.  Wesley  616 

j  Jesus,  my  advocate  on  high G.  Wesley  310 

•  Jesus,  my  all,  to  heaven  is  gone Cennick  335  ■> 

\  Jesus,  my  life  thyself  apply C.  Wesley  682 

:  Jesus,  my  Saviour,  and  my  God Stennett  584  \ 

j  Jesus,  my  Saviour,  and  my  Lord Stennett  78 

|  Jesus,  my  Saviour,  let  ine Beddome  679  J 

Jesus,  our  Lord  ascend  thy  throne Watts  139 

\  Jesus,  Redeemer  of  mankind G.  Wesley  851  J 

\  Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun Watte  202  j 

'  Jesus,  the  conqu'ror  reigns G.  Wesley  207  i 

Jesus,  the  cross  for  me  endured..' Unknown  532  | 

Jesus,  the  Saviour  of  my  soul Unknown  575 

Jesus,  this  mid-day  hour  of  prayer Unknown  772 

X  Jesus,  thy  blood  and  righteousness J.  Wesley  349  1 

Jesus,  thy  love  shall  we  forget Unknown  553  j 

Jesus,  the  name  high  over  all G.  Wesley  116  < 

\  Jesus,  thou  everlasting  King Watts  46s 

Jesus,  united  by  thy  grace G.  Wesley  702  \ 

\  Jesus,  we  come  at  the  command Unknown  535 

j  John  was  the  prophet  of  the  Lord Unknown  88  < 

!'  Join  all  the  glorious  names Watts  135 

Joyfully,  joyfully,  onward  I  more W.  Hunter  643 

Joy  is  a  fruit  that  will  not  grow Newton  595  \ 

Joy  to  the  world  !  the  Lord  is  come Watts  1136  > 

Just  as  I  am,  without  one  plea Unknown  334 

)  Just  as  thou  art — without  one  trace Unknown  275  \ 


\  TZEEP  silence,  all  created  things Watte  33 

|  JV  Kindred,  and  friends,  and  native  land...  Ward  793  I 

|  Kindred  in  Christ,  for  his  dear  sak<v Newton  781  | 

^  Know,  my  soul,  thy  full  salvation Montgomery  378  j 

|  Know,  sinner,  every  one  is  free Unknown  242  ;; 


fNDEX    OF   FIRST    LINES.  831 


II  VMW 

LAMP  of  our  feet,  whereby  we  trace..  Unknown      7  1 
Let  all  the  people  join I'nloxn 

Let  children  hear  the  mighty  deeds H7///.»    !»:>7 

Let  children  that  would  tear  the  Lord... Unknown    949 

Let  earth  and  heaven  agree C.  Wesley    122 

Let  earthly  minds  the  world  pursue Newt* 

Let  •■very  creature  join FPato     180 

i  ry  heart  rejoice  and  sing..  II.  S.  Washburn  1007 

Let  every  mortal  ear  attend Watts    225 

Let  hypocrites  attend Hotikii 

Let  Joshua's  Bolemn  charge C7hfcnot0H     I'll 

Let  others  boast  bow  Btrong  they  be R^al 

Let  others  boast  their  ancient  line Wo' 

Let  party  names  no  more Beddv, 

Let  sinners  take  their  course Wcfti 

Let  thoughtless  thousands  choose  the  road  .Hoshin  i 

Let  US  love,  and  Bing,  and   wonder 

Let  vain  pursuits,  and  vain  desires Uhhnow 

Let  Zion's  sons,  and  Levi's  tribe S.M.Hoom 

Let  Zion's  watchmen  all  awake Doddridge    438 'I 

Life  i-  a  span — a  fleeting  hour Mrs,  Steele  1117 

the  time  to  Berve  the  Lord Watt*  1055 

up  your  hearts.  Immanael's  friends..  Unknown    849 

Lift  np  your  hearts  to  things  above <\  Wesley    782 

Abraham,  to  a  land  unknown Unknown 

Like  Noah's  weary  dove Muhlenberg    421 

water Unknown 

'.  another  year  La  gone Unknown  1038 

.'  iih  clouds  d  *cending Olivt  r  1 162 

Lo  I  Jesus,  the  Saviour  in  mercy  draws...  f  nknown     837 
i  Look  down,  0  Lord,  with  pitying  eye..  Doddridg* 

Look  not  behind!  you've  broke  the  chain  Unk 
j  Look  up,  ye  saints,  with  sweet  surprise../  nknown  1142 

'•:.  ye  saints,  the  Bight  is  glorious Kelly     198 

.   on  a  narrow  neck  of  land C.  H 

pd,  all  I  am  is  known  to  thee Waits       17 

Lord,  at  thyfeet,  I  prostrate  fall Cenniek 

thy  feet,  we  sinners  !i" Broi one    322 

i.  at  thy  table  we  behold Stennett    .">">i 

!.  can  a  simple  child  like  me Unknown 

d,  dismiss  us  with  I  Taylor  1246 

Lord,  how  delightful  '  Watts 

Lord, 

i.  I  am  t bine,  entirely  thine 

h  thy  mere j  seal 

.  tie-  father  cried Unknown 

<-.  ning  I  v.  ill  .-end /,, : 




Lord,  in  the  morning,  thou  shalt  hear Watts' 

Lord  in  thy  courts,  we  now  appear Xeedham 

Lord  in  thy  presence  here  we  meet Holman 

Lord  in  thy  temple  we  appear Watts 

Lord  may  thy  goodness  cause  our  land..  Unknown 

Lord  of  the  harvest,  God  of  grace Hastings 

Lord  of  the  harvest,  hear C.  Wesley 

Lord  of  the  worlds  above Wafts 

Lord  of  the  worlds  below tftiknotpn 

Lord,  our  ransomed  souls  adore  thee Unknown 

Lord  send  thy  servants  forth C.  Wesley 

Lord,  send  thy  word,  and  let  it  fly Gibbons 

Lord,  teach  us  how  to  pray Unknown 

Lord,  thou  wilt  hear  me,  when  I  pray Watts 

Lord,  we  adore  thy  matchless  ways Hoskins 

Lord,  we  are  vile,  conceived  in  sin Watts 

Lord,  we  come  before  thy  now .....Hammond 

'Lord,  we  come  to  ask  thy  blessing Unknown 

Lord,  what  a  thoughtless  wretch  was  I Watts 

Lord,  what  a  wretched  land  is  this Watts 

Lord,  when  my  raptured  thoughts Mrs. Steele 

Lord,  when,  together  here  we  meet Unknown 

Lord,  while  for  all  mankind  we  pray Wreford 

Lo  !  the  day  of  pentecost Unknown 

Love  is  the  strongest  tie Unknown 

Lovers  of  pleasure  more  than  God C.  Wesley 

Lo!  what  a  cloud  of  witnesses Unknown 

Lo !  what  a  glorious  sight  appears Watts 


YMN.  \ 

727 

749! 

1010  \ 
472 
893 
523^ 

1013 
478 

1039 
846? 
811  5 
792  J 
752  I 
734; 
855^ 
62  \ 
756  < 
924; 

1220; 

657  j 

54 

1233; 

1000^ 
849  s 
588! 
240  i 
637 

1134  J 


MAJESTIC  sweetness  sits  enthroned Stenneit 
Make  us,  by  thy  transforming  gra.  Mrs.  Steele 

Mary  to  the  Saviour's  tomb S.  B.  Marsh 

May  the  grace  of  Christ,  our  Saviour....  Unknown 

Men  of  God,  go,  take  your  stations Kelly 

Mercy!  O  thou  Son  of  David .*....  Newton 

'Mid  sceues  of  confusion,  and  creature.../7.  S.  Key 

Millions  that  are  on  heathen  ground Unknown 

Mistaken  souls,  that  dream  of  heaven Watts 

Mortals,  awake,  with  angels  join Medley 

Must  Simon  bear  his  cross  alone Unknown 

My  Bible!  'tis  a  book  divine Unknown 

My  brethren,  I  have  found Unknown 

My  country,  'tis  of  thee S.  M.  Smith 

My  days,  my  weeks,  my  months,  my Unknown 

My  dearest  friends,  in  bonds  of  love Unknown 

My  dear  Redeemer  and  my  Lord Watts 


147 
144 
192 
1241| 
791i 
315  j 
624  J 
796 
340 

107 ; 

622  ) 
75 

580  > 
1003 
1089 
1229 

143 

al 


index  oi  rirai  z£nes.        833  '; 

HYMN. 

.Mv  drowsy  powers,  why  ale  WatU 

faith  looks  up  to  thee R. Palmer     386 

Mv  faith  shall  triumph  o'er  the  grare WeUU  1141 

\  I ,   Father  calla  me  to  Disarms //.  Miller  M)76 

My  God,  how  endless  is  thy  love fVatta     t::t 

My  God,  1  know.  I  feel  thee  mine C.   Weelep 

My  God,  my  Father,  cheering  name Mrs,  Steele      53 

,  My  God,  my  lite,  mv  love WaHe    ->~  I 

My  God,  my  portion  and  my  love Watts     572; 

My  God,  permit  my  tongue WatU 

My  God,  the  covenant  of  thy  love Unknown 

My  God,  the  Bpring  of  all  my  joys fFofta    577 

My  God,  thy  service  well  demand.- Doddridge  l"'il 

My  gracious  Lord,  I  own  thy  right Doddridge 

My  lite  declines,  mv  strength  is  gone Unknown  1072 

My  Lord,  my  lite,  at  last  to  thee Unknown 

Mv  lorely  Jesus,  while  on  earth Unknown 

My  Maker,  and  mv  King H*r»,  Steele       14 

My  Saviour,  my  almighty  Friend Watte 

My  son,  know  thou  the  Lord Unk 

My  Borrows,  like  a  flood Unknown 

My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard Heath 

-oul,  come,  meditate  the  day Watte  1082 

My  bouI,  repeat  his  praise Watte 

My  soul  .-hall  praia  •  thee,  <)  my  God. Heginbotham 

My  .-oul.  thy  minutes  haste  away Browne  1<>71 

My  thoughts  on  awful  subjects  poll Watte     248 

My  times  of  sorrow  ami  of  joy Beddome 

My  times  are  in  thy  hand Unknown 


VTO  foot  of  land  do  ]  Unknown     '"17 

Li   No:  I'll  !••  pine  at  death  no  more Unknown  1164 

No  more,  my  God,  I'll  boast  do  more 1; 

n.  nor  car  hath  heard WatU 

No  room  fof  mirth  or  trifling  I  1090 

Nor  all  the  blood  of  I  11 

ill  the  nobles  of  the  eartb 370 

ard  forms  on  earth ^ 

, -t  affliction  gro* 

Not  liff  nor  all  the  toys  "i  aii 

the  malici'  D  H 

Not  :>>  the  terrors  <>t  the  Lord H 

begin  the  heavenly  theme Lonafield    101 

el  banner //" 

.  brethren,  though  we  part 1015 

thren,  to  roup  homes  reps\ir.S.M.H 


834  INDEX    OF    FIRST   LINES. 

HYMN. 

|  Now  from  labor  and  from  care Hastings    736  j 

\  Now  from  the  altar  of  our  hearts Mason     730 

\  Now  in  a  song  of  grateful  praise Medley     400  i 

j  Now,  in  the  heat  of  youthful  blood Watts     967  \ 

Now  is  th'  accepted  time Dobell     284  > 

I  Now  is  the  time,  th'  accepted  hour Gowper     255  ! 

j  Now  let  each  happy  guest Unknown     562  j 

j  Now  let  our  mournful  songs  record Watts     153 

Now  let  our  mourning  hearts  revive.... Doddridge  1111 

i  Now  let  us  raise  our  voices  high Unknown  1045  I 

|  Now,  Lord,  the  heavenly  seed  is  sown....  Unknown     520 

\  Now,  O  my  soul,  another  year Browne  1035  \ 

\  Now,  pilgrims,  let  us  go  in  peace Unknown  1239  j 

Now  we  are  met  in  holy  fear Burnham     776? 

f  Now  the  shades  of  night  are  gone Unknown     718 

0  BLESSED  souls  are  they Watts  350 

O  bless  the  Lord,  m}'  soul  ! Montgomery  484  \ 

j  O  come,  come  away,  intemperance Unknown  994 

O,  come,  come  away  from  sin,  that Unknown  838 

O,  could  I  find  from  day  to  day Harrison  714 

s  O  could  I  speak  the  matchless  worth Medley  132 

I  O'er  the  gloomy  hills  of  darkness P.  Williams  807 

|  O  for  a  closer  walk  with  God  ! Cowper  824 

\  O,  for  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink Bathhurst  332 

)  O  for  a  glance  of  heavenly  day Hart  265 

O  for  a  heart  that  loves  to  pray Unknown  680 

O  for  a  heart  to  praise  my  God C.  Wesley  678 

O  for  a  prophet's  fire Unknown  560 

|  O  for  a  shout  of  joy Unknown  91 

O  for  a  shout  of  sacred  joy Watts  193 

\  O  for  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing C.  Wesley  495 

|  O  for  that  tenderness  of  heart O.  Wesley  301 

O  for  the  death  of  those Unknown  1109  j 

i  O  for  the  happy  hour Bethune  842  j 

Oft  as  the  bell,  with  solemn  toll Newton  1085  > 

\  O  give  me,  Lord,  my  sins  to  mourn Unknown  271 

j  O  God  of  mercy,  hear  my  call Watts  329 

O  God  of  sov'reign  grace Millrose  819 

O  God  our  help  in  ages  past Watts  578 

j  O  God!  thou  art  a  Spirit  pure Unknown  15 

O  God!  to  thee  we  raise  our  eyes Unknown  629 

\  O  gracious  Father!  send  us  showers Unknown  1227 

j  O  happy  day,  that  stays  my  choice Doddridge  385 

>  O  happy  is  the  man  who  hears Unknoion  409 

\  O  how  divine,  how  sweet  the  joy Newton  854  \ 

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INIU.X    OF    FIRST    LINKS.  835^ 


O  how  happy  are  they C  Wetley  379 

0  !  if  my  soul  were  formed  for  woe Watt*  ;><>t 

0  ,J.  Baa  !  lull  of  gi  ace C,  II' 

()  Jesus,  1  have  come  to  thee Unknown  :;i!> 

()  Lamb  of  God!  0  Lamb  of  God Unknown  177 

()  Lord,  another  day  is  flown //.  K.   WhiU 

0  Lord,  behold  us  at  thy  feet Wrt.  /'.  930  J 

o  Lord,  1  would  delight  in  thee /.  Ryland 

()  Lord,  our  fathers  oft  have  told Unknown  K'H4 

0  Lord,  oar  God,  arise Unknown  802 

■  0  Lord,  our  King,  how  excellent \fontgomi 

■0  Lord,  our  languid  souls  inspire Vewi 

0  Lord,  thy  work  revive Hastings  843 

O  Lord, through  Christ,  come  down Unknown  841 

O  Lord,  to  us  assembled  here Unknown  7M 

I)  Lord,  we  launch  again Unknown  9M 

O  Love  divine,  how  sweet  thou  ait  ! ('.  WetUf  CS7 

.  0  may  1  love,  at  early  day Unknown  HJ9 

«On  Bethel's  solemn  ground ./.  W.  tOOT 

j  Once  1  thought  my  mountain  strong Newton  890 

\  Once  more  a  pleasant  interview Unknown  1228 

,  Once  more,  before  we  part Unknown  1 2.1s 

:  Once  more,  before  we  part Unknown  \'li* 

One<i  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day WatU  7'J1 

■  Once  more,  we  lift  our  hearts  to  God Unknown  f>14 

Once,  O  Lord,  thy  garden  flourished Vewton  827 

One  there  is,  above  all  others Vetoton  125 

One  thing  is  needful,  one  alone Unknown  41*2 

On  Jordan's  stormy  banks  1  stand <t>.nn>ft  11M 

On  Tabor's  height  the  Saviour  stood Unknc 

On  this  Illustrious,  joyful  morn Unknown  1*!» 

On  thy  church,  O  Power  divine I 

o  Bing  to  me  of  heaven Ifr*.  Dana  1081 

d  thee  christian,  on  thy  way Unkno 

O  that  I  could  forever  dwell..*. .*. 

O  that  1  could  my  Lord  receive C.  W< 

O  that  I  were  08  heretofore  ! (  .  Wi 

O  tell  me  no  more  of  this  world'.-  vain../.  G 

O  that  mv  load  of  Bin  were  gone ( '.  Wi  ill  y     307 

O  that  the  Lord's  salvation." / 

O  that  the  Lord  would  guide  my  \s  a  \  s WatU     684 

<>  the  delights,  the  heavenly  joyi Wa 

l)  the  .- 1 1 : 1 1 1  [darting  pain Wa 

O  thou,  from  whom  all  good]  ,  // 

o  thou,  in  who--  presence  my  soul  takes Sindu    383 

O  thou  God  of  in  C.  II  . 

O  thou,  my  light,  my  lite,  my  joy Unkno 


'  836  INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES. 

HYMN. 

0  thou,  that  hearst  when  sinners  cry Unknown     317  j 

0  thou  that  hearest  prayer Unknown     223 

0  thou,  the  helpless  orphan's  hope Unknown  1216 

Q  thou  who  driest  the  mourners'  tears  ...  Unknown     620  ,; 

0  thou  whose  tender  mercy  hears Mrs.  Steele     270  ; 

0  time  !  how  few  thy  value  weigh Scott  1050 

0  turn  from  the  wine  glass  away.! Unknown     996  \ 

Our  Father,  who  in  heaven  art Unknown     762  ) 

Our  great  High  Priest  we  sing Unknown     141  | 

[  Our  heavenly  Father,  hear Montgomery     766  ^ 

Our  bondage  here  shall  end,  by  and  by..  Unknown     658  j 

>  Our  God  is  love,  and  all  his  saints Unknown     700  { 

\  Our  great  Redeemer  rose Unknown     188^ 

I  Our  Lord  is  risen  from  the  dead C.  Wesley     195 

Om  souls  by  love  together  knit Miller     695 

O  what  a  blessed  morn Unknown     114 

0  what  amazing  words  of  grace Medley     233 

j  O  !  what  hath  Jesus  bought  for  me Unknown     675  J 

j  O  when  shall  I  see  Jesus Unknown     666 

O  when  the  tear  is  gushing G.B.Ide     712 

0  where  shall  rest  be  found Montgomery  1086 

0  yes,  there  is  a  happier  shore Unknown  1186  \ 

O  ye  young,  ye  gay,  ye  proud Unknown     977  ) 

O  young  men,  "  stand  up  for  Jesus" Unknown     775  j 


PARENTS  and  children  there  may  part.  Unknown  1166  \ 

People  of  the  living  God J.  W.  542 

<  People  of  the  living  God Montgomery  883  < 

|  Phvsician  of  my  sin-sick  soul Newton  302 

\  Planted  in  Christ,  the  living  Vine S.  F.  Smith  429 

j  Plunged  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair Watts  93 

Poor  and  needy  though  I  be Unknown  959  \ 

5  Praise  the  Lord,  ye  heavens  adore  him..  Unknown  482 

\  Praise  to  God,  immortal  praise Mrs.  Barbauld  895 

\  Praise  to  God,  the  great  Creator Fawcett  491  j 

*>  Prayer  is  the  breath  of  God  in  man Beddomc  708  } 

)  Prayer  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire Montgomery  703  <j 

Prayer  may  be  sweet  in  cottage  homes.. Sigourney  915  j 

(  Prayer  was  appointed  to  convey Hart  704  s 

j  Precious  Bible!  what  a  treasure Newton  80  > 

J  Prepare  me,  gracious  God Elliott  326 

Preserved  by  thine  almighty  power Unknown  941 

Prince  of  peace,  be  ever  near  us Unknown  1250 

\  Proclaim,  said  Christ,  my  Father's  grace.. Newton  540 

\  Prostrate,  dear  Jesus,  at  thy  feet... Stennett  263  j 

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INDEX    OF    FIRST    UNKS. 


HYMN. 

KXCH  not  the  Spirit  of  the  Lord.... Umhnw 


RAISE  your  triumphant  songs WaU 
Rapid  my  days  and  months  run  on...  Unknown  lo:;T 

Rejoice,  believer  in  the  Lord Newton     <;<;!) 

.  for  Christ,  the  Saviour,  reigns. ..jB 

in  Jesus'  birtb Unknown     11") 

d  is  King C.  W< 

s  Religion  is  the  balm  of.life Unknown 

rioD  is  the  chief  concern Fawcett    407  j 

ark,  my  soul,  the  narrow  bound. ...Doddridge  1033 

mbei'j  man,  thou  hast  a  soul Unknown   ! 

Remember,  sinful  youth /  "nknown 

Remember  thy  Creator  now Unknown 

Repent  ami  be  baptized Bur nh am 

Repent,  the  voice  celestial  cries Doddridge    299  s 

Retire,  vain  world,  awhile  retire Unknown     848  < 

Return,  my  soul,  unto  thy  rest Cennick 

Return.  0  wanderer,  return CoUyer 

Return,  (>  wand'rer.  to  thy  home 

thv  work,  <>  Lord" // 

Rich  are  the  joys  that  cannot  die ' 

\ .  and  Btretch  thy  wings 

0  my  soul!  pursue  tne  path Veedham     635 

y  soul,  and  leave  the  ground  Unknown        9 

Be  from  thy  mourning Unknown     190 

Btandard  rally....  Unkno 

f  cleft  lor  me Toplady     123 

Roll  on,  thou  joyful  day / 


SILT  through  .mother  week 
Saints,  exult!— adieu  to  tears W.  N.   l!i:» 

/  '/'/./< 

Salvation!  how  pre  ions  the  sound Chappcl    155 

a  r<>ll (  91  I 

sound  ! Wa 

i  h  y  plantal  ion 

Saw  y  -  ;:'.'   S  iw  ve  my Unkno 

within fl 

j  th;  one...  '/' ••.  8  ■  ■  '•     685 

-mi 5  TIT 

f  the  Lord... 

C.  Wi 


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INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 


See  th'  eternal  Judge  descending! Cleland 

\  See  what  a  living  Stone Watts 

j  Servant  of  God,  well  done .ft  Wesley 

>  Shall  foolish,  weak,  short-sighted  man.. .ft  Wesley 

\  Shall  I,  for  fear  of  feeble  man J.  Wesley 

\  Shall  man,  0  God  of  light  and  life Dwighi 

\  Shed  not  a  tear  o'er  your  friend's Mrs,  Dana 

\  Shepherd  divine,  our  wants  relieve ft  Wesley 

\  Show  pity,  Lord;  0  Lord  forgive Watts 

i  Since  all  the  varying  scenes  of  time Harvey 

\  Since  Jesus  freely  did  appear Berridge 

j  Since,  Lord,  thy  mighty  grace  did  ca.]\...  Unknown 

j  Since  man,  by  sin,  has  lost  his  God Unknown 

j  Sing,  all  ye  ransomed  of  the  Lord Doddridge 

)  Sing  to  the  Lord — Jehovah's  name Watts 

\  Sin  has  a  thousand  treacherous  arts Watts 

i  Sin,  like  a  venomous  disease Watts 

\  Sinner,  art  thou  still  secure? Xca-ton 

\  Sinner!  awake,  to  think Unknown 

j  Sinner,  behold!  behold  the  Man  ! G.  Wesley 

!  Sinner,  can  you  slight  the  Saviour B.  H.  P. 

Sinners,  hear,  for  God  hath  spoken Unknown 

Sinner,  how  oft  hath  God  reproved Unknown 

Sinner,  0  !  why  so  thoughtless  grown? Watts 

Sinners,  this  solemn  truth  regard Faicceit 

Sinners,  the  voice  of  God  regard Faiccett 

Sinners  turn,  why  will  ye  die  ? C.  Wesley 


Sinners,  will  you  scorn  the  message ....Allen 

Sinner,  your  danger  view Unknown 

Sister  thou  wast  mild  and  lovely S.  F.  Smith 

So  did  the  Hebrew  prophet  raise Unknown 

Softly,  now.  the  light  of  day Doane 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise ;. C.  Wesley 

Solemnly,  sadly,  the  mourners  draw  near. ..Miller 

So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express Watts 

Songs  of  praise,  the  angels  sang Montgomery 

Soon  shall  the  trump  of  freedom Unknown 

Soon  we  shall  see  the  glorious  morning    Unknown 
Sovereign  of  worlds,  display  thy. ...I?.  II  Draper 

Sovereign  Ruler,  Lord  of  all Eojfies 

Sovereign  Ruler  of  the  skies Eyland 

Sow  in  the  morn  thv  seed Montgomery 

Sparkling  and  bright  in  its  liquid  lightJfra.  Dana 

Speak  gently  !  it  is  better  far Unknown 

I  Speak  gently  to  the  erring  ones F.  G.  Lee 

\  Spirit  divine  attend  our  prayer Reed 


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311 
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it  of  God,  thine  influence  shed ./.  IT.    650 

|  Stand  up,  and  bless  the  Lord Montgomery    486 

,  Stand  up,  my  soul,  Bhake  off  thy  fears H 

of  peace,  to  wanderers  weary 'V,-, 

'  Stay,  thou  insulted  Spirit .  stay Q,  H  • 

d  winter  throws  his  icy  chains sfr».  .s 

.  poor  sinners,  stop  and  think VJ 

p  down,  my  thoughts,  that  used  to  rise.  WatU  1097 

Strait  is  the  way,  the  door  is  strait Watts     601 

Stretched  on  the  cross,  the  Saviour  diesJ/r*.  Steele     ir,4 

Submissively,  my  God Unknown     631 

Supreme  in  wisdom,  and  in  power Unknotc 

Sure,  there  is  a  righteous  God ]V<<> 

I  .'Mies  rush  upon  my  sig:ht Unknon 

the  work,  my  God,  my  King WaU 

-  the  work.  0  Lord  I Unknown    464 

Sweet  rivers  of  redeeming  love Unknotc 

Sweet,  to  rejoice  in  lively  hope I         \um  1099  t 

Swell  the  anthem,  raise  the  song Unfcnow 

Swift  the  moments  fly  awav Unknow 

Sweet  was  the  time  when  urst  1  felt Ni  wton     826 


HHAKE  up  thy  cross  !  the  Saviour  said..  Unkn 

1  Teach  me  the  measure  of  my  days R 

h  us,  in  time  of  d 

h  us,  O  Lord,  aright  to  plead •/.  W.     740 

'i  us,  O  Lord.  t;»  sin--  and  pray ■>'.  W. 

me  no  more  of  earthly  toy- //". 

That  awful  day  will  surely  come Watts   I 

to  know Wright   ' 

Bible  is  a  bli  Unknown       71 

Tli-  christian  knows  his  God  aright 

Church  of  God  believes  it  right /.  W. 

The  cross  of  Jesus  purifies Unknown 

joyful  day Unk 

The  •  ind  gone Unknown 

-  in  tii«-  di  unkard' 

The  •  our  borne '  1 1!,:' 

I  name I 

King '/■ 

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p  loomy  night  oi  dai  Itness 1 

a  loi  ions  lighl  of  Zion 

I  rod  of  bai  i  '<''• 

The  God  of  nature  and 
\  Th  •  happy  morn 


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INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES. 


j  HYMN. 

j  The  head  that  once  was  crowned  with  thorns.  Kelly  203 

>  The  heavens  declare  thy  glory,  Lord Watts  39 

i  The  King  of  heaven  his  table  spreads.. Doddridge  556 

J  The  last  lovely  morning Unknown  1146  j 

5  The  law  by  Moses  came Watts  231  i 

\  The  long-lost  son,  with  streaming  eyes...  Unknown  306  j 

'(  The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed Kelly  T87  j 

5  The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns J  Faffs  20G  j 

\  The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns Watts  7 

J  The  Lord  my  Shepherd  is Watts  127 

\  The  Lord,  our  God,  is  full  of  might... .H.  K.  White  20  \ 

J  The  Lord,  who  truly  knows Newton  746 

\  The  Lord  will  come,  the  earth  shall  quake... Heber  1164  1 

\  The  Lord  will  happiness  divine Cowper  877  ] 

j  The  moment  a  sinner  believes Bart  346  \ 

The  morning  light  is  breaking S.F.Smith  810  j 

j  The  pearl  tnat  worldlings  covet Unknown  396  ! 

\  The  people  called  christians L.  G.  Wells  919  I 

The  perfect  world,  by  Adam  trod X.  P.  Willis  46  ; 

\  The  promises  I  sing Doddridge  87  i 


\  There  is  a  dark,  a  silent  home Unknown  1131 


\  There  is  a  dwelling  house  above Unknown     683  ' 

s  There  is  a  fountain  fill'd  with  blood. Cowper     176  j 

\  There  is  a  God — all  nature  speaks Mrs.  Steele        2  < 

j  There  is  a  God,  who  reigns  above E.  Jukes     939  ■ 

i  There  is  a  God,  who  rules  on  high Jukes        3 

s  There  is  a  happy  land Unknown  1184 

j  There  is  a  heaven  above  the  skies Unknown  1205 

|  There  is  a  hope,  a  blessed  hope Unknown     124  j 

i  There  is  a  house,  not  made  with  hands Watts  1098 

|  There  is  an  hour  of  hallowed  peace...  W.JS.Tappan  1176 

i  There  is  an  hour  of  peaceful  rest W.B.  Tappan  1196 

\  There  is  a  land,  like  Eden  fair A.  C.  Ooxe  1095 

]  There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight Watts  1175 

\  There  is  a  path  that  leads  to  God Watts    636 

\  There  is  a  place  of  sacred  rest Turnbull  1195 

There  is  a  place  where  my  hopes  are Unknown  1187 

There  is  a  region,  lovelier  far Tuck  1201 

There  is  a  school  on  earth  begun Unknown     972 

.  There  is  a  time,  we  know  not  when Unknown     257 

{<  There  seems  a  voice  in  every  gale Mrs.  Opie 

<  There's  joy  in  heaven  and  joy  on  earth...  Unknown 

;  There's  not  a  tint  that  paints  the  rose Watts 

}  The  rich  memorial  of  thy  grief. Unknown 

\  The  sabbath  school,  how  dear  to  me Unknown 

j  The  sabbath  school's  a  place  of  prayer...  Unknown 
J  The  sabbath  school,  that  blessed  plan Unknov-n 


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HYMN. 

The  sacred  bond  of  perfectnesa 0.  ' 

red  page  proclaims  abroad Unknown    541  i 

The  Saviour  calls— let  every  ear Mrs, Steele 

J  The  Saviour — O  what  endless  charms  I.. Mr 8. Steele     120 

^  The  Saviour  ris'n  to-day  we  praise Unknown     1  85 

Son  of  man  they  did  betray Unknown     17.'> 

The  spacious  firmament  on  high iddison 

The  Spirit  in  our  hearts Unknoum 

The  sun  that  lights  the  world  shall  lade..  Unknown  1091 

<  The  time  is  short,  the  season  near Hoskins  1051  \ 

The  true  Messiah  now  appears Watt*      86  ; 

The  truth  ol  God  shall  still  endure lid  dome       31  \ 

The  voice  of  free  grace  cries,  escape  to....  Thornhy    839  \ 

■:  The  wanderer  no  more  will  roam Unknown 

',  The  worth  of  truth  no  tongue  can  tell....  Unknown     411 
■  Thine  earthly  sabbaths.  Lord,  we  \0Ye.. Doddridge 
This  bethel  now,  eternal  God Unknown  1026 

<  This  book  of  books  I'd  rather  own Unknown       72 

This  day  belongs  to  God  alone Unknown     !";i 

This  is  a  precious  book  indeed Unknown 

This  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made Watts 

,  This  is  the  field,  the  world  below Unknown   1167 

This  Is  the  word  of  truth  and  love Watts 

This  life  is  but  a  summer's  day Unknown     !>71 

I  This  new  built  bethel  now  is  done ./.  IT.    1029 

world  is  all  a  fleeting  show |  197 

\  Thou  art  the  way  ;   to  thee  alone Doane 

\  Thou  didst,  O  mighty  God,  exist Unknown        8 

Though  earth-born  shadows  now  may Barton     619 

;  Though  parents  may  in  covenant  be..* I> 

Though  troubles  assail,  and  dangers Newton 

j  Thou  great  First  Cause,  least  understood  Unit  i 

i  Thou  great  Foundation  of  the  church Unknown   1 

Thou  hast  -aid,  exalted  Jesus /.  A'.  G 

;  Thou  Jndge  of  quick  and  dead O.  H'. 

Thou  Refuge  of  my  soul lfr».& 

I  Thou'rt  gone  to  the  grave  ;  but  we  will  i     '..  I: 

Thou  shalt  not  covet Unknown   1 

Thou  shalt  not  kill Unknoum   1224 

Th<>u  .-halt  not  steal 

Thou  Shepherd  of  Israel,  and  mine C.  \\'< 

Kedron Unknown     l»;i 

Thou,  who  art  tfa  Unkno 

Thou,  who  dosl  my  life  prolong] 

Thou,  who  for 

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)  HYMN. 

5  Through  Christ,  when  we  together  came... Bulwer  1236 
<■  Through  endless  years  thou  art  the  same  Unknown  11 
\  Throughout  the  Saviour's  life  we  trace....  Unknown  156 
\  Through  sorrow's  night  and  danger's  path..  White  1133 

j  Through  tribulations  deep Unknown     916 

\  Thus  I  resolved  before  the  Lord Watts  1211 

\  Thus  said  Jesus  :   Go  and  do Roscoe    603  \ 

\  Thus  saith  the  first,  the  great  command Watts    600 

j  Thus  saith  the  Lord,  my  son  shall  reign Watts     817 

$  Thus  saith  the  wisdom  of  the  Lord Seott     234 

|  Thy  goodness,  Lord,  our  souls  confess Gibbon      23 

$  Thy  footsteps,  Lord,  with  joy  we  trace...  Unknown  1212 

5  Thy  kingdom,  Lord,  forever  stands Unknoicn      49 

j  Thy  mercy  heard  my  infant  prayer Glenely  1047 

)  Thy  presence,  gracious  Lord,  afford Fawcett    511 

<  Thy  people,  Lord,  who  trust  thy  word Voke     798 

'/  Thy  way,  0  Lord,  is  in  the  sea Fawcett      48 

>  Time  is  earnest,  passing  by Unknown    245 

Time  is  winging  us  away Burton  1053 

Time,  like  an  ever-rolling  stream Watts  1052 

j  Time  ! — what  an  empty  vapor  'tis Watts  1056 

\  'Tis  a  point  I  long  to  know Newton     871 

j  'Tis  faith  that  lays  the  sinner  low Beddome     337 

I  'Tis  finish'd — so  the  Saviour  cried Stennett     172 

>  'Tis  finished!  the  conflict  is  past Unknown  1105 

;'Tis  finished!  the  Messiah  dies! C.  Wesley    180 

I  'Tis  God,  the  great  God  we  adore Hart  1237  j 

{ 'Tis  my  happiness  below Coicper     618  < 

j  'Tis  midnight;  and  on  Olive's  brow Tappan     162  i 

)  To-day,— if  ye  will  hear  his  voice Meller     298  j 

\  To-day  the  Saviour  rose Unknown    460; 

j  To  God,  the  mighty  Lord, Unknown    486 

»:  To  God  the  only  wise Watts    507  j 

\  To  our  Redeemer's  glorious  name Mrs.  Steele     508  \ 

!i  To  praise  thee,  ever  bounteous  Lord Needham    896  J 

j  To  thee,  O  Lord,  my  heavenly  King 3Iedley     757  j 

To  the  flowing  stream  of  Jordan Unknown     545  \ 


i  To  us  a  child  of  hope  is  born Montgomery 

<;  Try  us,  O  God,  and  search  the  ground... C.  Wesley 

I  'Twas  by  an  order  from  the  Lord Watts 

\  'Twas  Jesus'  last  and  great  command B. 

)  Twas  on  that  dark  that  doleful  night Watts 

>f  'Twas  on  that  night, when  doomed  to  kn..  Unknown 
;  'Twas  the  commission  of  our  Lord Watts 

UNCERTAIN  how  the  wav  to  find Newton     879  | 


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441 
550 
558 
534 


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Unveil  thy  bosom,  faithful  tomb Watts  1125 


INDEX    OF    FIRST   LINES.  843  " 

HYMN. 

Upon  the  banks  of  Jordan  stood Unknown  89  I 

Upward,  onward  !  is  our  watchword Unknown  987  j 

T7AIX  are  the  hopes,  the  sons  of  men Watts  351  j 

J    V    Vain  delusive  world,  adieu C.Wesley  393  J 

Vain  man  thy  fond  pursuits  forbear Hart  300  j 

\  Vital  spark  of  heavenly  flame Pope  10S8  ', 

\XT  AKE  up,  my  muse,  condole  the  loss..  Unknown  1121  j 

VV    Walk  in  the  light,  so  shalt  thou  know. Barf  on  605  j 

j  Watchman  !  tell  us  of  the  night Bon-ring  1143^ 

Weary  of  struggling  with  my  pain Watts  8G9  J 

j  We  bless  the  Prophet  of  the  Lord Watts  134  ) 

j  We  bid  thee  welcome  in  the  name Montgomery  443 

j  We  bless  the  Lord,  the  just  and  good Watts  906  \ 

>  We  come,  0  Lord,  before  thy  throne Watts  918 

|  We  come  to  sing  thy  praise Unknown  964  \ 

[Weep,  mourning  scholars,  weep Unknown  950  ' 

5  Weep  not  for  a  brother  deceased C.  Wesley  1114  ; 

\  We  give  immortal  praise Watts  36  ; 

!We  know,  by  faith  we  know Unknown  1107 

Welcome,  delightful  morn Hay  ward  459 

Welcome,  sweet  da}7  of  rest Watts  450  j 

Welcome,  ye  anxious,  to  this  place Unknown  864  \ 

Welcome,  ye  well-beloved  of  God Unknown  427 

s  Welcome,  *0  Saviour,  to  my  heart Unknown  865  :; 

We  live  as  pilgrims  and  strangers  below...  Unknown  640  j 

(  We'll  not  give  up  the  Bible." Unknown  948 

'  We  meetvagain  in  gladness Unknown 

j  We  now  to  Christ,  the  Saviour  King.....  Unknown  963  > 

S  We  now  have  heard  our  brethren  tell....  Unknown  786 

We're  marching  to  the  promis'd  land Unknown  646  \ 

We're  met  dear  friends  in  Jesus'  name J.  W.  764 

We're  met,  O  Lord,  before  thy  throne J.  W.  71 1 

j  We're  traveling  home  to  heaven  above..  Unknown 

|  We  speak  of  the  realms  of  the  blest Unknown  1193 

We  ^ing  the  Saviour's  wondrous  death...  Unknown  1 74 

S  We've  no  abiding  city  here Kelly  642 

What  a  meeting, what  a  meeting  that  will  Unknown  12  1 5 

\  What  a  mercy,  a  mercy  is  this Unknown 

What  cheering  words  are  these Kent 

|  What  contradictions  meet Unknown  449  \ 

\  What  dreadful  spot  is  this I  nknown  471  i 

\  What  glory  gilds  the  sacred  page? Unknown  77  J 

J  What  heavenly  music  do  I  hear Unknown  859  \ 

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I     844  INDEX    OF    FIRST    LINES. 

HYMN.  | 

|  What  have  I  in  this  barren  land Watts  1182  { 

J  What,  if  our  bark,  o'er  life's  rough  wave.  Unknown  1192  \ 
\  What  is  the  thing  of  greatest  price.... Montgomery  1217  \ 

;  What  is  this  something  in  the  mind Unknown     579  \ 

I  What  language  now  salutes  the  ear  ? Hoskins     276  i 

|  What  mean  ye,  that  ye  bruise  and  bind..  Unknown     984  \ 

\  What  now  is  my  object  and  aim? Unknown     779 

i  What  poor  despised  company Unknown     653  '< 

\  What  shall  I  render  to  my  God Watts  1221 j 

\  What  shall  the  dying  sinner  do? Crittenden     229  £ 

)  What  sinners  value  1  resign Watts  1155  ) 

|  What  sound  is  this  ?  a  song  through Unknown      28  \ 

j  What  sound  is  this  salutes  my  ear  ? Unknown  1147  s 

\  What's  this  that  steals,  that  steal  upon..  Unknown  1083  \ 

<  What  strange  perplexities  arise Davies    874  < 

What  sweet  emotions  in  me  move Unknown     376? 

\  What  think  you  of  Christ?  is  the  test Newton     133 

What  tho'  no  flowers, the  fig-tree  clothe...  Unknown      58  \ 

)  What  various  hindrances  we  meet Cowper    745  < 

\  What  various  lovely  characters Unknown     131  \ 

<  When  Abrah'm,  full  of  sacred  awe Bippon  1001  \ 

\  When  Adam  sinned,  thro'  all  his  race....  Unknown      64  \ 

j  When  all  thy  mercies,  0  my  God Addison    493  \ 

\  When  any  turn  from  Zion's  way Newton    623  \ 

,'  When  blooming  youth  is  snatched  away  Mrs.  Steele  1113  \ 

When  brightersuns  and  milder  skies/..  ...Pcalody  1041  \ 
'  When  Christ, at  Heaven's  command  alone  Unknown     102  j 

:  When  daily  I  kneel  down  to  pray Unknown    958  I 

•  Whene'er  a  sinner  turns  to  God Stennet    856  < 

;  When  for  some  little  insult  given ./.  Taylor     952  \ 

;  When  for  th'  eternal  world  I  steer Unknown    913  J 

(  When  gathering  clouds  around  I  view...Z.  Glenelg     632  $ 

j  When  God  revealed  his  gracious  name Watts     353  s 

I  When  God  is  nigh,  my  faith  is  strong Watts  1157  ) 

\  When  I  can  read  my  title  clear Watts     668  \ 

\  When  Israel's  sons,  a  murm'ring  race....  Unknown      84  \ 

\  When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross Watts     167  J 

|  When  Jesus  Christ  was  here  below Unknown    547  \ 

\  When  Jesus  dwelt  in  mortal  clay Gibbon     142  J 

I  When  languor  and  disease  invade Toplady  1057  '> 

j  When  marshall'd  on  the  nightly  plain//".  K.  White     121  \ 

|  When  o'er  the  mighty  deep  we  rode Unknown    917  \ 

\  When  our  Lord  was  crucified Unknown  1210  > 

1  When  rising! from  the  bed  of  death Addison  1169  j 

When  shall  we  all  meet  again Unknown  1243  < 

When  shall  we  meet  again Unknown  1235  i 


INDEX    OF   FIRST   LTN1ES.            845® 


HYMN. 

d  the  dark  and  heavy  cloud Unknown   1222 

When  the  first  parents  01  our  raf-<- Unknown      92 

'  When  the  harrest  is  past  and  the 3.  F.  Smith    836  ; 

When  the  last  trumpet's   voice Unknown  1152 

When  the  sabbath  bell,  which  we  love...  Unknown  mi 
When  thou,  my  righteous  Judge,  shall  comeBippon  1 L68 
When  torn  is  toe  bosom  by  sorrow  or  care  Unknown  707 
When  we  with  welcome  slumber  | 

Where'er  we  meet,  you  always  say Unknown 

Where  two  or  three  together  meet Kent    787^ 

Where  two  or  three  with  sweet  accord Stennett     7.'.] 

While  life  prolongs  its  precious  light Dwighi 

While  shepherds  watched  their  flocks fate     108 1 

While  sounds  of  war  are  heard  around Aikin     B87 

While  thee  I  seek,  protecting  power Mies  Williams     715 
While  through  this  changing  world.. ..Montgomery  1183  \ 
While  to  the  grave  our  friends  are  borne.  Unknown  1132  j 

i  While  with  ceaseless  course  the  sun Newton  103G  \ 

Who  are  these,  arrayed  in  white C,  Wesley  1188 

Who  but  thou,  almighty  Spirit Unknown     813  > 

Who  can  describe  thejoys  that  rise  ? Watte    860  \ 

Who  is  as  the  christian  great? Unknown     569  < 

Who  is  this  that  comes  from  Kdoin  ? Unknown     210  ^ 

Why  do  we  mourn  departed  friends? Watts  1130  > 

Why  is  my  heart  so  far  from  thee  ? H 

Why  should  1  join  with  those  in  play....  Unknown     942  \ 

Why  should  our  tears  in  sorrow  flow Unknown   1110 

Why  should  the  children  of  a  King R 

Why  should  we  mourn  the  sainted  dear!..  Unknown    '. 
Why  should  we  spend  our  youthful  day-.  Unk 

Why  should  we  start  and  fear  to  die Watte  1087 

Wide  is  tin- gat"  and  broad  the  way Unk 

With  aching  heart  and  we<  |  272 

With  banner  and  with  badg 

With  cheerful  voices  r:  .  Unknown 

With  guilt  oppr  I  down  with.  Unknown 

With  (grateful  hearts  and  tuneful  lays Unk\ 

With  heavenly  power,  O  Lord,  defend... Unknown  1019 

Within  thy  court-.  0  God,  to-dav Unknown   1031 

Within  thy  house,  O  Lord,  our  (Jod Unk 

With  joy  w<-  h:i  'day 

With  joy  v.  H 

With  my  substance  I  will  honor 

With  <  1  i n _r  lo»d R 

With  stately  towers  and  bulwark-  413  ^ 

With  lean  of  anguish  1 1  ue 

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846  INDEX    OF   FIRST   LINES. 


With  what  a  fixed  and  peaceful  mind Unknown  1118  \ 

With  willing;  hearts  we  tread S.  F.  Smith     537  j 

Would  you  win  a  soul  to  God? Hammond    444  i 

Would'st  thou  an  erring  soul  redeem Unknown     608  I 


YE  burden'd  souls,  to  Jesus  come Dobell    868 
Ye  followers  of  the  Prince  of  Peace  Unknown    563 
I  Ye  careless  professors,  who  rest  on  your  Unknown    829 

\  Ye  friends  of  liberty,  awake Unknown    985 

I  Ye  glittering  toys  of  earth,  adieu Mrs. Steele    410 

>  Ye  hearts  with  youthful  vigor  warm... Doddridge     976 
j  Ye  humble  souls,  approach  your  God... Mrs.  Steele      22 

<  Ye  living  men,  the  tomb  survey Doddridge  1128 

i  Ye  lovely  bands  of  blooming  youth Doddridge     974 

J  Ye  messengers  of  Christ Vo'ke  1016 

i  Ye  nations  'round  the  earth,  rejoice Watts    487 

\  Ye  saints  of  God,  below Welsh ampel  1206 

\  Ye  saints,  proclaim  abroad Ryland    500 

|  Ye  servants  of  the  Lord Doddridge    606 

\  Ye  sin-sick  souls  dismiss  your  fears Phip])ard    290 

I  Ye  sin-sick  souls,  draw  near Unknown     297 

|  Yes,  I  will  bless  thee,  O  my  God  ! Heginbotham    481 

j  Y^es,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee S.  F.  Smith     790 

\  Yes,  we  trust  the  day  is  breaking Unknown    808 

J  Ye  trembling  souls  dismiss  your  fears Beddome    594 

|  Ye  wretched,  hungry,  starving  poor — Mrs,  Steele     287 

I  Ye  unconverted,  careless  souls J.  W.     251 

>  Ye  virgin  souls,  arise O.  Wesley  1137 

>  Y'onder  amazing  sight  I  see ...Stenntt    165 

\  Yroung  people  all,  attention  give Unknown    981 

ZEAL  is  that  pure  and  heavenly  flame Newton     593 
Zion,  awake!  thy  strength  renew Shrubsole    423 

>  Zion  stands  with  hills  surrounded Kelly     426 


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